I have a hose question

[cavscout]

Not to steal the topic, but what is wrong with HDG's hose? The three pair I have from them are very nice cabled hose.

~Yeti

I didn't say anything was wrong with the HDG hose. I'm a huge promoter of them. They were actually my first good pair of kilt hose. When I wanted a brown pair of hose, I bought the HDG's and used Rit dye on them.


Same with Black (ended up Charcoal, oops)



I stand by my statement that they are perfect for casual wear. They can be worn formally if you so choose.



If you want pro's and cons, here they are:

HDG Pros


Price!!

Fit large calves without constricting (usually. Some have reported they've received socks that were a little snug but I just received some pipers hose that are that way. Just a fluke sometimes)

Several Colors

Offered in Ribbed and Cable Knit



Quick delivery

HDG Cons

made of cotton (not a big deal to me but you have to wash them like you would wool or they will shrink like wool)

My ribbed hose are uncomfortable to stand on for long periods unless I wear a liner ankle sock inside them. I've not had the issue with the cable knit.

A little thin when stretched around my calve. Your calve may be different. Some may not want to be at a formal dinner in black hose with their white calve shining through.



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