Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Fireman wrote:
Tue Jan 18, 2022 10:01 pm
I bring you…
The Tactical Leg Warmer!

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I was thinking exactly along these lines for a tactical sock but found these leg warmer/protection for cyclists
These will work well with your tactical flip flops
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you can do the same thing by taking two of the same socks, one inside the other and some sewing and cutting to create the pocket and the stretch will be the same. The only down side is it takes two pair to make one.
Just to add. You can find some elastic fabric, so you don't need to look for two or four of the same socks. You also need a coverstitch https://www.craftyhangouts.com/best-cov ... h-machine/ to make the same even stitches as on the photo. And same sewing skill as well.
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:zany Now that is funny ! Good to hear from you ! Dan
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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SopfCA wrote:
Thu Feb 10, 2022 9:15 pm
Fireman wrote:
Tue Jan 18, 2022 10:01 pm
I bring you…
The Tactical Leg Warmer!

Image

I was thinking exactly along these lines for a tactical sock but found these leg warmer/protection for cyclists
These will work well with your tactical flip flops
:zany
you can do the same thing by taking two of the same socks, one inside the other and some sewing and cutting to create the pocket and the stretch will be the same. The only down side is it takes two pair to make one.
Just to add. You can find some elastic fabric, so you don't need to look for two or four of the same socks. You also need a coverstitch https://www.craftyhangouts.com/best-cov ... h-machine/ to make the same even stitches as on the photo. And same sewing skill as well.
Everyone here know I can’t be trusted with a sewing machine . I really like the idea . 0002
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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This is stating the obvious, but then, stating the obvious is something I do, so here goes:

An over-the-calf design like the ^ above, whether sock or leg warmer, would resist falling down much better than an ankle- or shin-length sock that depends on annular snugness alone to stay up.

If I really were looking for discrete carry on the lower leg, I'd probably get a leg warmer like the above (muted color), and then wear a regular sock at the bottom.

For those of you who don't sew, may I submit another obvious observation: Sewing stretchy fabric with lots of elastic in it, is h3ll. It can be done by the home sewer, but getting it to look professional is tricky.
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Bolster wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 9:09 am
This is stating the obvious, but then, stating the obvious is something I do, so here goes:

An over-the-calf design like the ^ above, whether sock or leg warmer, would resist falling down much better than an ankle- or shin-length sock that depends on annular snugness alone to stay up.

If I really were looking for discrete carry on the lower leg, I'd probably get a leg warmer like the above (muted color), and then wear a regular sock at the bottom.

For those of you who don't sew, may I submit another obvious observation: Sewing stretchy fabric with lots of elastic in it, is h3ll. It can be done by the home sewer, but getting it to look professional is tricky.
Agree with your Mr. Obvious thoughts . My take is this type of set up is great if wearing shorts, tutus or kilts but how practical would it be for long pants to access if handle is close to the knee ? :winking-tongue 0002
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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ImageGotmemail today from Sneaky Pete . Mag storage could work possibly for a folder . Other side for micro pistol is a possible option for smaller knife too . 0002
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Yeah. But it's a "deep cover" backup sort of option, no? I think it'd work fine with my vintage bell-bottoms.

Check out these pocket sock options:

https://www.amazon.com/TOBWOLF-Breathab ... 76&sr=8-16

https://www.amazon.com/Franklin-Sports- ... 11&sr=8-10

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224457732172

https://www.amazon.com/Strideline-Utili ... 17&sr=8-11

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KYWR1RR/re ... asin_0_img

https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/536E ... e_tsld_cta

Here's a great stealth option for those of you who want to avoid notice that you're packing a knife in your socks:
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:24 am
Gotmemail today from Sneaky Pete . Mag storage could work possibly for a folder . Other side for micro pistol is a possible option for smaller knife too . 0002

That's actually pretty cool, in an over-the-top, tactical-geek way. I like it.

Looks like you can cinch it down above the calf to keep it in position.

But this will require a fashion revolution (de-evolution?):
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Bolster wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:39 am
Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:24 am
Gotmemail today from Sneaky Pete . Mag storage could work possibly for a folder . Other side for micro pistol is a possible option for smaller knife too . 0002

That's actually pretty cool, in an over-the-top, tactical-geek way. I like it.

Looks like you can cinch it down above the calf to keep it in position.

But this will require a fashion revolution (de-evolution?):
I refused then as now ! I do like you discreet socks when I go to the circus. ! You amaze me ! 0002
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Bolster wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 10:36 am
Here's a great stealth option for those of you who want to avoid notice that you're packing a knife in your socks:
With those, no one is going to notice a knife. We can call them the "Hey, look over here socks."
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Having vertical flexible plastic ribs could prevent sag in shorter socks but then you might as well have an ankle sheath system.
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Let's RitDye some socks !
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Ramonade wrote:
Fri Feb 11, 2022 2:32 pm
Let's RitDye some socks !
I think I will sit back and enjoy the mayhem you have just started ! :zany 0002
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
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I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Superflex wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:48 pm
Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
Image
I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
Well ok I think you have met our requirements . 0005 , please give our newest member a number . He seems well behaved , but corruptible. 0002
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 2:22 pm
Superflex wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:48 pm
Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
Image
I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
Well ok I think you have met our requirements . 0005 , please give our newest member a number . He seems well behaved , but corruptible. 0002
The sock to flashlight ratio seems to be high… don’t know the significance of this fact, but it remains a quantifiable observation. Could make your knives more of a fire hazard? Do we have a fireman’s recommendation to sock/flashlight safety?
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 2:22 pm
Superflex wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:48 pm
Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
Image
I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
Well ok I think you have met our requirements . 0005 , please give our newest member a number . He seems well behaved , but corruptible. 0002
Greetings 0002,
You nailed it on the observation
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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Kevinim82 wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 2:59 pm
Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 2:22 pm
Superflex wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:48 pm
Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
Image
I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
Well ok I think you have met our requirements . 0005 , please give our newest member a number . He seems well behaved , but corruptible. 0002
The sock to flashlight ratio seems to be high… don’t know the significance of this fact, but it remains a quantifiable observation. Could make your knives more of a fire hazard? Do we have a fireman’s recommendation to sock/flashlight safety?
I will work diligently on improving may ratios over the coming year. After that, I might slack. :woozy

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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Superflex wrote:
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:48 pm
Dear honorable members of MNOSD,
I hereby respectfully request to join your esteemed Order.
I know I have a way to go to expand my collection, but I submit my humble sock collection for your review. Sorry for the all knives in the way.
Image
I eagerly await the decision of the Order.
Well man oh man boys. Throw your socks in the air and let us all declare, that Superflex is now officially #0040! Welcome aboard. Also, there are knives in those boxes correct? Just making sure knives are actually in the drawer. You know what, don't answer that. Our inspection welcoming team can verify.

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Re: Most Noble Order of the Sock Drawer

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Welcome to our Noble Order, #0040!

It can take some time to improve your knife/sock ratio if they are all going to be Darn Tough.

It's interesting that I have not yet encountered the welcoming team...maybe it's due to the Creature?
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