Standard & Strange S&S Special Forces Sock - Black - Standard & Strange

S&S Special Forces Sock - Black

Standard & Strange

S&S Special Forces Sock - Black

Regular price $28
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The story behind these boot socks is pretty cool in our opinion - the Pennsylvania factory that produces our house-brand socks found some vintage knitting machines tucked away in a dark corner of their facilities, and our interest was immediately piqued. These vintage machines were previously used to manufacture socks for the US military, using a pattern originally designed by an Oregon-based sporting goods brand for maximum comfort and durability.

In addition to the machines, they also happened to still have the original made-in-USA yarns that those vintage batches of boot socks were made from on hand. These blended yarns are primarily spun from nylon, merino wool, and polyester, offering exceptional softness, moisture management, and antibacterial properties to keep your feet dry and comfortable even during long days on the trail.

We've had them "cut" to mid-calf length, perfect for any boots from chukkas to engineers, with a cushioned foot bed, a reinforced heel and toe, and a snug fit with additional shaping through the arch. The shaft is knit in a true rib pattern for maximum comfort and to stay secure around your leg, and each pair features a mini "S&S" in our favorite safety orange on the ankle, tastefully beneath what the vast majority of boots will cover.

Fits sizes 8.5 - 12 comfortably. Machine wash cold and tumble dry low.

  • 53% polyester / 31% nylon / 13% wool / 3% spandex
  • Military-spec
  • True rib knit top
  • Antibacterial
  • Cushioned foot bed
  • Produced on vintage machines
  • Reinforced padded heel and toes
  • Arch support knit
  • Marled details
  • S&S ankle detail
  • Mid calf height
  • One size
  • Made in the Pennsylvania, USA

We offer free USA shipping on orders over $300 and on select items as marked on the product page. All shipping is via UPS, USPS or DHL (international only). If you need us to use a different courier for shipping, please contact us before ordering.

Orders to Hawaii, Alaska, AE/APO addresses, and PO boxes will be shipped with USPS. All other US orders will ship UPS unless otherwise requested.

USA SHIPPING (excluding AK, HI, and AE/APO addresses)

  • Bandanas, Patches, T-Shirts, Socks, & Hats - $5 via USPS Ground Advantage
  • Orders under $300 - $12 shipping via UPS Ground
  • Orders $300 and up - Free shipping via UPS Ground
  • Expedited Shipping - $40 (1 - 2 business days) via UPS
  • Orders $500 and up will ship signature required unless otherwise requested.

USA SHIPPING (Alaska, Hawaii, and AE/APO addresses)

  • Bandanas, Patches, T-Shirts, Socks, & Hats - $5 via USPS Ground Advantage
  • Orders under $300 - $12 shipping via USPS Priority Mail
  • Orders $300 and up - Free shipping via UPS Priority Mail
  • Expedited Shipping - $40 (1 - 2 business days) via USPS Priority Mail Express
  • Orders $500 and up will ship signature required unless otherwise requested.

CANADA SHIPPING

 Orders under $400:

  • $18 (USPS 1st Class 10 - 15 business days)
  • $35 (USPS Priority Mail 5 - 10 business days)
  • $55 (DHL Express 1 - 2 business days)

Orders over $400:

  • $55 (DHL Express 1 - 2 business days)

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (EXCLUDING CANADA)

  • $55 (DHL Express, 1 - 2 business days after pickup)

WHERE WE DON'T SHIP

  • Due to our dealer agreements, Wesco items cannot be shipped to Japan.
  • We do not ship to Russia or Ukraine.

We want you to be comfortable shopping with us online without being able to touch the product.

  • Before you purchase, please check the size charts we provide against your favorite garments.
  • Exchanges or returns for store credit will be accepted on full-price items within 14 days of delivery (as verified by courier)
  • Items sold on sale or discount are final sale, no returns or exchanges.
  • Items must be in original condition with all tags attached.
  • Items that have been washed, hemmed, altered, or excessively worn cannot be returned.
  • All return and exchange shipping costs are your responsibility
  • We will process all returns within 3 business days of receipt
  • Our team will acknowledge receipt and action take with your return
  • Full terms and conditions are here.
  • If you have questions at any time you can reach us at hello@standardandstrange.com or use our contact form, or phone us at 510-373-9696.

MAKING A RETURN / EXCHANGE

For customers in the USA, please go to our returns portal at for any returns excluding leather jackets and footwear. There is no need to contact us directly once you initiate a return via the portal.

If you need to return or exchange a leather jacket or footwear, please e-mail hello@standardandstrange.com. Please include your order number and tell us if you'd like to make an exchange or return for store credit.

For international returns, e-mail hello@standardandstrange.com. Please include your order number and tell us if you'd like to make an exchange or return for store credit.

Size Guide

Fits sizes US brannock sizes 8.5 - 12 comfortably.

Curious as to how we size our garments? Check out how we measure.

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