darn see through hose

[Andrew Green]

Now which variety did you buy? There are a few that look promising. The kilt socks obviously... but the Linsey Woolsey looks like you could make one beefy cuff with it, but it might also be excessive. There is the standard over the knee pieces too. Then there is coloured cotton, and the wool varieties as well. I have never tried to use anything other than kilt hose... so someone with more experience... please add to this, and help a n00b!

[Warlock]

Thanks for the link. Wonder what the stripped socks would look like with my kilt? { ducks behind computer!}:rolleyes:

[cavscout]

I bought the cotton kilt socks.

The wool socks are very similar except that they are made with a wide ankle to fit the larger calves. The cotton ones are a bit more fitted at the ankle but still fit my 18" calves.

I've not tried the wool socks since I prefer the fitted ankle but one day I hope to pick up a pair, for research purposes

The only catch to the cotton socks is you may need to wear a thin inner ankle sock to protect the sole of your foot from the fibers of the hose.

[Scott Gilmore]

I think it's unanimous.

I know they're pricey, but once you have a pair in your hands I think you'll agree they're a real bargain. Freedom Kilts' Heritage Hose are hands down the best hose I have, and I do have several pair of Gaelic Themes hose. Not only are they most definitely not see-through, they're probably bullet proof as well! And they support this forum, so they deserve our support.
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[Matthew]

I bought the cotton kilt socks.

The wool socks are very similar except that they are made with a wide ankle to fit the larger calves. The cotton ones are a bit more fitted at the ankle but still fit my 18" calves.

I've not tried the wool socks since I prefer the fitted ankle but one day I hope to pick up a pair, for research purposes

The only catch to the cotton socks is you may need to wear a thin inner ankle sock to protect the sole of your foot from the fibers of the hose.

What exactly do you mean about wearing another sock? Are the fibers itchy etc?

I've been looking for either 100% cotton or 100% wool kilt hose for awhile now and havn't been able to find any before just now, the cotton kilt socks look very promising. How much of a fold over do they have? and will they fit a fairly big guy like me? (6')

Any help would be much appreciated

[cavscout]

The cotton fibers are a lot thicker than what you would see in an athletic sock so they can become a bit uncomfortable to stand on after a while. I wear a very thin nylon ankle sock under mine to provide more cushion. I got the thin sock from Campor similar to these

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226

I'm about 6' with an 18" long lower leg x 18" around and they fit me very well. I fold them over twice and get a cuff about 1/2" thick x 3" or 4" tall.

I bought a pair of kilt hose from North of Saint Andrews at first and they look nice with the knot work designs but they are made for smaller legs. The only fold over once, and the cuff stretches so far it distorts the design as well as ends up less than 1/4" thick, if that. Add to that, I'm constantly having to pull them back up even with flashes.

Can you do better than HDG? Sure but you will pay a lot more. For $8, you won't find a better deal and get a sock that actually does the job.

[Matthew]

The cotton fibers are a lot thicker than what you would see in an athletic sock so they can become a bit uncomfortable to stand on after a while. I wear a very thin nylon ankle sock under mine to provide more cushion. I got the thin sock from Campor similar to these

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226

I'm about 6' with an 18" long lower leg x 18" around and they fit me very well. I fold them over twice and get a cuff about 1/2" thick x 3" or 4" tall.

I bought a pair of kilt hose from North of Saint Andrews at first and they look nice with the knot work designs but they are made for smaller legs. The only fold over once, and the cuff stretches so far it distorts the design as well as ends up less than 1/4" thick, if that. Add to that, I'm constantly having to pull them back up even with flashes.

Can you do better than HDG? Sure but you will pay a lot more. For $8, you won't find a better deal and get a sock that actually does the job.

Thanks! I think I finally found some good kilt hose

[Dirk Skene]

Thanks for the link. Wonder what the stripped socks would look like with my kilt? { ducks behind computer!}:rolleyes:

Like the wicked witch of the west

[Warlock]

Like the wicked witch of the west

Doona be sayin' nae evil agin mi sister,noo. She'll send them damn blue monkeys arfta yae. Try lookin'at em arfta a few beers.