My Wool Sock Round-Up 2020 (Woolrich, Smartwool, Darn Tough & More)

Fellas! Deep into winter I figured I'd share my full wool sock collection with you guys. Feet getting cold at work? Boots need something thick inside? I got you covered with the best wool sock collection on the internet. Here are the links if you want to buy any of these wool socks:
1. Sockwell (MSRP $27): amzn.to/2TmCz7v & amzn.to/36WY2Yy
2. Flint and Tinder (MSRP $18): bit.ly/2Nt0ldY
3. Boardroom Socks (MSRP $18.95): bit.ly/38d9xer
4. Cashmere Socks (MSRP $55): bit.ly/3a6KVGh
5. Woolrich (MSRP $25): amzn.to/36V5HXb
6. American Trench (MSRP $19.50): bit.ly/3770VGt
7. Ice Breaker (MSRP $22): amzn.to/2QU7Mgs
8. Smartwool (MSRP $27.95): amzn.to/2NvFR4t
9. Darn Tough (MSRP $25): amzn.to/2FXJFXT
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[@The_Kavalier]

I wish I knew about wool socks earlier in life. Can’t get enough of my Darn Tough. Great video!

[@TheMensch]

Thanks Jon! Yeah I was lucky enough to stumble upon darn tough at Marshall’s a couple of years ago. But otherwise a very under appreciated sector of menswear!

[@CC-jq9tu]

My mate & I swear by the Darn Tough socks , we are outdoors ALOT in the Pacific Northwest. Idaho & Alaska . These last are comfortable and are worth the cost. Love them.

[@georgecarlin2879]

I'm in Alaska and yes, I'm gonna have to buy a cpl of pairs of Darn Tough socks to try out.

[@TheMensch]

Good to hear! Darn tough are the best!!! Need to make my way to Alaska soon!!!

[@kevinw9073]

I still buy vintage Seneca whenever I can. Classic look never goes out of style.

[@obamalastname34]

I agree the plain ribbed knit pattern is the bomb.

[@matthewfarmer2520]

Do a review on Kirkland Merino wool socks 🧦

[@danlopez6960]

The downside of buying these at Ross/TJ Maxx/Marshall’s is that they’re almost always “irregular” and therefore don’t get the lifetime warranty. That said, I haven’t had any issue yet so still a solid deal.

[@TheMensch]

Yeah exactly - my logic is that I can’t imagine ever wearing these things out! But yeah I also want to support a great brand so I’m gonna buy one from the company soon 👌

[@marcz9482]

Darn tough is a no bull sock. They will pile but they are wool, it happens

[@macivor1984]

Thermohair (70% kid mohair/30% Nylon) are hands down the best socks I have ever had. I was a die hard Darn Tough and smart wool fan before finding the Thermohair socks. They have been tested in the Arctic and the best socks for maintaining warmth and dryness. No sweating/damp feet which eventually turn cold and make you have that cold wet sock feeling. These socks stay warm and dry all the time. They are a bit spendy at $35 Canadian dollars per pair, but they will last years and years of cared for correctly. Best of all they are machine washable.

[@maxdeck123]

Wool socks .... for anyone who says wool socks sock - I wouldn’t believe anything else you say socks, because wool socks don’t sock they very much rock.....😳

[@TheMensch]

Common scents dropping Rhymes on us faster than Common himself!

[@quijadriss7650]

All about the darn tough. Just wish they weren't so darn expensive.

[@J-Dogg-wt1hp]

last 3 years for me the go too sock is the DARN TOUGH . the name says it all . Will not buy anything but darn tough from here on in . :) well worth the money spent .

[@davidcolumbia5792]

Any other sock reviews?

[@idrissamorehouse5776]

Great review - never heard of AMERICAN TRENCH so def will check them out -been meaning to pick up a pair of DARN TOUGH - a great spot for thick/warm socks is REI when they have their annual big sale - i love many socks for many reasons but my fave sock of all time is hands down the ADDIDAS climalite -especially years back when they had so many cool colors

[@obamalastname34]

I've been in the rabbit hole of wool socks and I can recommend lichen goods and hirsch nature and jacob wool socks. They are thick so no worries for durability issue since wool of all of Natural fabric have the lowest tensile strength Just make sure to not buy superwash wool since it defeat the purpose of wool benefits

[@CocoPink44]

is woolie boolie any good

[@obamalastname34]

Bought 100% irish wool socks worsted knit problem is I'm size 11.5 but the sock is like 8-12 all size and it's a little bit large that's why sometimes it doesn't effectively contact with my skin to fully benefit from the moisture wicking of the socks. Also the fiber doesn't come contact to the in between skin of your toes so expect to sweat even though it's wool. But if you buy 100% wool toe socks I guarantee you get the full benefits of wool😊 For people who want to try wool never go for light weight since wool will always have lower tensile strength. Try finding worsted or chunky wool knit socks

[@labellaescrima1996]

Actually good Cashmere socks come from Mongolia and they are the warmest ever but fragile so going hiking would not be a good choice. Possum sock from Australia are fantastic and bloody warm, Smartwool are also one of my favourite socks, Lorpen and Icebreaker are good if you buy 70% wool plus you need to wash them in cold water and let them dry out on a towel same with the cashmere. Don't wash wool sock of high % too often wear them a few days but not consecutively (NEVER) and mostly if you sweat a lot. You just lost me when you said Darn Tough, they are too expensive and they are not good quality socks they wear and tear very fast so that is why they have a life warranty and they are the only one to do this...do you wonder why? I have bought six pairs of Darn Tough they are the only one after three months to have holes in them, I sent them back to the company and never heard of them again and lost three pairs of socks in the deal. Never buy Darn Tough socks, and go see other videos about them, the reviews are not too good!

[@myvenusinuranus]

I hate buying wool socks that don't stay up. they usually don't have enough elastic to stay up

[@cindykenyon8860]

the best socks for staying on your foot are made by "kairanga" in New Zealand they even stay up in your Gum boots.

[@davidhardwick3816]

Good video but I, personally, would appreciate it if you talked a little slower.

[@soofitnsexy]

hes like 12

[@bornfree2237]

If you came here for information that will keep your feet warm while hunting/camping, I hope you read this comment first.

[@Orlanzepol123]

My Pendleton brand compression hiking socks are 42% nylon/30% merino wool/20% acrylic/8% spandex and they’ve gotten a few fuzz balls on the cushion bottom sole after several wears and only one hand wash. Is that normal with some Merino wool socks or is it a reflection on poor quality . I paid $15 with the 20% discount so they’re not cheap.🧦

[@TheMensch]

Pendleton makes some great stuff! It’s def normal to have some fuzz balls after a couple wears and a wash - I don’t think that reflects on the quality at all. I still recommend trying out diff companies - darn tough for me reigns king and has closer to a 70% wool content so it maybe worth it for you - since they have a lifetime warranty if you’re not happy with them, they’ll replace them for you. I think it’s worth it and you could try to find them on sale every so often for under $20

[@Orlanzepol123]

The Mensch on Menswear glad you suggested Darn Tough. They’ve been always on my radar so I did buy them with a few other brands like Lorpan. I bough the Spur Light Cushioned Hiking Socks by DT and also hand washed them once after several uses and I think they have less fuzz balls to none . They have 50% nylon/45% merino wool/5% Lycra spandex so they’re similar to my Pendleton. I do enjoy trying socks from different companies however when it comes to shoes I stick to one brand. Red Wings. But that’s a different subject.Thanks

[@arindambasu9850]

Which is the best first boot sock that I should get from Darn Tough? This is for everyday wear in the city , walking around etc. I'm confused with all the different options! Could you please suggest?

[@soofitnsexy]

contact them~

[@brettbronson3947]

I have to double up my cotton socks until wool socks come back.

[@rodysk8]

whats your recommendation for a thick wool for snowboard?

[@TheMensch]

I’d go for darn tough hikers personally - check em out on their site - tons of cushion and will keep you warm and dry

[@rodysk8]

@@TheMensch thanks lot

[@jackblack4110]

Is there such a thing as 100% wool socks? All of the "wool" socks I see on the market are all wool-blends with polyester or nylon

[@TheMensch]

Good question! There isn’t because they need nylon to help retain the shape of the sock especially after washing. Wool sweaters often looks their shape if you pull the sleeves up because your stretching the fabric out and without the nylon it doesn’t recover as well.

[@thewellnessfamily]

Been wondering the same thing. Thank you!

[@thewellnessfamily]

@@boskobear Thanks thats helpful!

[@cindykenyon8860]

you can buy 100% wool socks but the 80%Wool with nylon reinforce toe and heel will last twice the time of 100% WOOL SOCKS..wool for warmth nylon for strength.

[@nowthenad3286]

Your music is driving me up the wall.

[@mike81842]

Darn Tough socks especially for outdoors

[@willmtaylor]

Yup. Way too loud.

[@jeffwalker1322]

If a wool sock is going to be called a wool sock, it needs to be no less than 75% wool. I watched your review of the first 3 brands and you had nothing I would buy. We are on a different level of what makes a good sock.

[@TheMensch]

Fair enough my man! I have personally found that socks with super high wool contents tend to lose their shape on me. Guess it’s a personal thing

[@jeffwalker1322]

@@TheMensch I have spent the last 30 winter outside working on steel for 12 hours a day and the higher wool content stays dryer and warmer. On hit day higher wool content doesn’t stink. You can actually hang them up to dry and the next morning they have no smell at all.. all smart wool socks have horrible elastic in the tops but wear like iron. I end up folding the top of all smartwool socks over the top of my boots. All good man

[@iminit4themoney330]

@@jeffwalker1322 what brand do you recommend?

[@jeffwalker1322]

@@iminit4themoney330 I like Darn Tuff and farm to feet. They are warm and wear like iron. Just make sure that what you buy is 75% wool or better or you won’t really get the benefits of wool.

[@ejm6122]

I suggest to you, try SMART WOOL! Excellent long lasting durability!

[@TheMensch]

Haha I did- It’s in the title! Which model do you have? I saw some thin dress socks Marshall’s from smart wool that looked really nice 👍

[@ejm6122]

@@TheMensch lol I know, I responded in the middle of the video. After I returned to your post I saw that you listed smart wool at the end. Apologies! 🤣😳🤔 you know, as far as cashmere socks go... Nordstrom carries a line named PANTILITOS ??? Or something like that.. lol but I usually need to order them from my salesperson in furnishings... or if you venture into the RALPH LAUREN store if you have one in your area. They normally sell for $125. depending on the ply... but you might be able to find them in a outlet? Or online?

[@TheMensch]

Socks for $125??? That seems a bit out of my price range haha

[@ejm6122]

@@TheMensch I agree, that's why I usually look for them after regular markdowns. This way I pick them up for $43. or so....

[@MsLadyLancelot]

are wool socks soft? I would imagine they are itchy??

[@TheMensch]

Marino wool isn’t itchy at all actually! Most people think of lambs wool which is itchy but merino is actually very soft!

[@gorillius]

Who would want tight socks , cuts circulation