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Mens socks without holes!

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Glendaruel · 27/09/2026 14:08

Can anyone give some recommendations? I often get my husband socks for his birthday. Im looking for everyday socks in size 12 that are strong as he puts holes in every pair!

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WildCherryBlossom · 27/09/2026 18:31

Get him a pedicure to make sure his nails are not so sharp 😂

WildCherryBlossom · 27/09/2026 18:34

We like bamboo socks best for softness, comfort and breathability (eg BAM) but they are not the most long lasting.

HavingABlether · 27/09/2026 18:37

If there are no holes, how will he get his feet in them?

WildCherryBlossom · 27/09/2026 19:20

One of my DCs likes Nordic Socks. They do them in quite large sizes (for big Viking feet) so that might give your husband’s feet a little more wriggle room.

Somersetbaker · 27/09/2026 19:30

HavingABlether · 27/09/2026 18:37

If there are no holes, how will he get his feet in them?

In topography a sock is just a sheet of fabric distorted into a third dimension, so it doesn't have a hole. To the original question, he needs to keep his nails short, and wear shoes the correct size, does he wear safety boots, if they're not done up tight you end up with your toes rubbing against the steel toecap. IME socks with reinforced toes last slightly longer but aren't worth the extra cost. Just buy cheap socks (lots of pairs the same) for everyday wear, and chuck them away when they've got holes.

HavingABlether · 27/09/2026 19:45

Touché.

MyManinCaracas · 27/09/2026 20:16

I’m not sure they exist, or I haven’t found them in years of looking. Maybe Paul Smith but they are stupidly expensive.

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 27/09/2026 20:48

Community Clothing socks are very hard wearing

suki1964 · 28/09/2026 19:29

All socks wear eventually , you have the option of learning to darn them

My DH is a builder - boots, safety boots put a lot of wear on socks so I just buy multi packs from lidl or sports direct, cheap as chips

Dress socks, I buy from TK

I wear socks daily, trainers, walking boots, wellies, shoes and boots . I usually get maybe a year before the heals or toes start to wear . I love socks

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