Customer Reviews

3-pack Elder Merino Wool Socks

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Socks seem like a strange kind of thing on which to write a review, but these socks are special. I placed an order for a friend of mine who runs a soup kitchen in Poplar Bluff Missouri. It was an order of about 60 pairs of these socks which probably seemed pretty strange to the people at Sportsman's Guide, but they sent them anyway. I didn't think much about it until I got an e-mail from Joni, the lady in Poplar Bluff, that the socks had arrived.

She told me that you would think that the socks were made of gold the way the people at her free store responded to them. They had NEVER seen such socks!! They were soft and they were thick and warm. Most of them had never even heard of wool socks.

Now I don't think twice about wool socks because I love them but it gave me real pause to think that there were people who had never even heard of such a wonderful thing. These people couldn't believe that someone would just give them something this good. Yes, this good.

So if you're thinking of buying some of these why don't you get an extra pair or two and give them to someone who needs them. It will be an education, I promise, and your gift will reward you many times over when you experience the gratitude such a small thing can evoke.

When I first saw this offer last year, I couldn't believe it was genuine. I was used to paying $10 to $15 a pair for wool socks. When they arrived, I still found it hard to believe. But these are excellent quality socks that have held up well through heavy use and lots of washings. The three pair are serving well alongside their far more expensive drawer-mates. It's hard to imagine someone getting excited by a pair of socks, but these are worth getting excited about. I agree that a color other than gray would help to stretch these socks further in my wardrobe, but for the price... I ain't complainin'!

I ordered these socks for my Mother's birthday and she absolutely loves them. They are thick and warm, perfect for cold Indiana winters. Thank you.

I like the thicknesss of the socks and because of this, I know they'll be warm enough for anything that the snow has to offer. I would really like these socks if they came in a variety of colors; grey is not a very exciting color, however; as long as you're warm, who cares about excitement.

These are soft, not a bit itchy, and have gone through several launderings so far with no sign of shrinkage or wear. They are just big enough to fit my size 12 feet, so if you wear a larger size, you'll have to stretch them out a bit to fit. They are just a hair thicker than comparable cotton socks, but they keep my feet plenty warm. Highly recommended!

We purchased these one year for the whole family, loved them, and purchased more for the whole family and for gifts the following year. Last year we purchased them and were extremely disappointed. They were very thin, did not wash well and wore out very very quickly. They were a complete waste of money.

These socks are actually very attractive, and the price just cannot be beat. I washed them for the first time this week, and they came out looking like new. No complaints here.

I love these socks...however, I believe the supplier changes frequently. I've purchased about 40 pairs over the last few years. They appear similar, but with subtle differences. Some have the black toes/heels while others are all grey. The thickness varies as well. If you plan to have a bunch and want them all to match, buy several 3 packs at the same time to ensure they are all the same style. I'd give 5 stars if the socks matched the picture each time I order them.

Supplier issues aside, I still love the socks. They're just warm enough to keep the chill away, but can be worn in spring and fall without being too hot. They hold up well and the color works with a lot of clothes that black or white wouldn't.

These socks were all they were described to be. Thick, soft, comfortable and affordable. Unfortunately each pair would only last through a handful of wearings before the stitching would separate at the heal where two different materials were joined. Even at a fraction of the cost of my Ultimax socks they are no where near the value. My Ultimax would last well over a year as opposed to two or three months max for the Elders. Disappointing!

I bought 6 pairs of these socks in November, and wore them fairly regularly during the winter. By the end of March most of the pairs had holes in them. All of the holes were in the same two places - the seam at the heel or the toe.

So maybe someone will correct me, but I think socks should last at least one season. The only saving grace is that these socks are cheap, so I guess you get what you pay for. I'll be trying another brand next year.