Italian Army Socks, Long
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- Material
- 100% cotton
- Construction
- made in italy
- Care
- These socks are machine washable with no special care.
Wash at 30 °C (86 °F), normal cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent.
Turn them inside out before washing to remove lint and protect the knit.
Avoid the tumble dryer, which shrinks the foot and tires the elastic.
Air dry, flat or hung by the heel.
Do not iron.
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Italian Army Socks, Long
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Full size guide →Italian army socks, deadstock that was never issued
These Italian army socks come from a stock made for the Italian army and never used, which is what is called deadstock. They are new, but they are no longer made: when the stock runs out, it is gone for good. They were made in Italy to a service-issue construction, to hold up every day and stay comfortable in a shoe.
Size
One size, for EU shoe sizes 39 to 45 (UK 6 to 10.5, US 7 to 11.5): the stretch knit adapts to the shape of the foot. Thin despite their density, they fit as well in a dress shoe as in a boot.
How to wear Italian army socks
In ankle boots or work shoes, with fatigue trousers or khaki cargos: the olive carries the military wardrobe down to the ankle. With chinos and dress shoes, their fineness lets them go unnoticed. For a hot climate and long walks, look at our British army socks.
Care
- Machine washable with no special care: 30 °C (86 °F), normal cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent.
- Turn them inside out before washing to remove lint and protect the knit.
- Avoid the tumble dryer, which shrinks the foot and tires the elastic. Air dry flat or hang by the heel.
Mercerised cotton, an unexpected fineness
The yarn is mercerised cotton. Mercerisation, invented in 1844 by John Mercer, treats cotton with caustic soda: the fibre becomes stronger, takes dye better and gains a lustrous look. Knitted in a dense, fine satin weave, the yarn gives a sock with a smooth hand and a slightly shiny finish, far from the rustic image that goes with military surplus.
Patina and durability
In three years, these socks will have travelled further than their stock.
They were made in Italy for the Italian army, then never issued. New, but impossible to find once the stock has gone. Their cotton is mercerised, a treatment invented in 1844 that makes the fibre smoother, shinier and stronger. Here is how they age.
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firm material, solid color, clean finishes.
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the piece softens where it works the most.
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wear creases mark themselves and return from one wear to the next.
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follow the composition instructions; excessive heat and tumble dryers are to be avoided.
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borders and friction zones soften first.
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the color shades with use, without aging all at once.
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the piece is made: supple, familiar, always holding.
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a seam, a button, a snag is mended in the workshop.
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nearly three years: a well-kept piece gains in character what it loses in newness.
Socks made for twelve hours of wear, with a fineness you don't expect from military surplus. At €10, it is the most accessible object of history in the wardrobe. When this stock is gone, there will be no more.
A long model
The model is long, as military issue required. The sock does not slip down into the shoe during the day, and the lower leg stays covered when you sit, which is the only time a short sock shows. The knit is stretchy and breathable, and fits the foot without bunching or squeezing the ankle.
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Find here the answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you choose with confidence.
Our clothes are made from exceptional materials (Japanese selvedge denim, French wool from Tournier…) and assembled on vintage machines.
Every piece is designed to last, evolve and develop a patina over time. The fabrics are developed to our own specifications: we design our own weaves, then have them woven by the best mills in the world (Japan, France, Italy, Portugal, Morocco), often on old looms. A new cloth can take up to a year to come to life.
This exacting standard is what sets Champ de Manoeuvres apart.
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are automatically calculated when you place your order. Delivery is free in France and Belgium for orders over €150, in Europe for orders over €300, and worldwide for orders over €400.
Delivery times vary depending on the destination: 2 to 5 business days in France, 2 to 8 days in Europe, and up to 16 days for the rest of the world. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the order is shipped.
Of course! Returns and exchanges are free in France and Belgium for all orders over €150. You have 14 days to try on your items at home and return them if necessary.
Each product sheet contains a detailed size guide and fitting advice. Please contact our customer service for personalized advice before your purchase. Otherwise, here is a link to a general measurement chart .
Each product comes with tailored care instructions. We favor durable, easy-care materials to ensure your clothes last a long time.
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