Gold Toe Men's Cotton Over-the-Calf Athletic Socks (3-Pack)

So far, so good. But I've only had them a week. I bought them because other socks would not stay up when I wore rubber boots. The lining in the boots causes my other socks to "walk down" at the heel. But these stayed up. They go well over the calf - to about half way over my knee cap, and I am 6'1". The socks are not especially soft, but that's ok for me since they are work socks. They give adequate padding without too much bulk. All in all I'm happy with them at this point. UPDATE: It is now January 2017 and the socks are just like new. I have hand washed in cold water, and air dried them all these months. No stretching or shrinkage has occurred. They still hold tight and don't fall down during wear. I purchased more so I can wear a fresh pair every day and not have to wash them so often. Great socks that I recommend highly. UPDATE: One year later, January 2018. All the original socks developed holes about an inch beyond the heels under the foot. My wife darned them, and then darned them, again. Now, she is sewing patches on them. The patched socks are still comfortable to wear. I am amazed at how thick and luxurious these socks are, except for this one spot. The elastic is still strong, also. The only reason I am keeping the holey socks is because that is the only part not good and can be patched. I just ordered some more and will wear them along with the patched socks. Wish I could find these same socks that would do a better job of holding up to wear.

Gold toe always a good purchase.

Have previously purchased these socks. They fit well and are a good value.

Ordering more of these Gold Toe socks right now, so I figured I would write this review and explain why. Having tried a handful of other "over the calf" socks and been very disappointed in how short and/or loose they actually were, I was obviously skeptical. But these Gold Toe socks truly are an over the calf size sock, reaching near the crook of my knee even! I have thick calves from previous years of bike riding (not cankles though...), slightly less than average length lower legs and size 9 feet and these socks fit great in my opinion. Unlike most other socks, the Gold Toe are a special blend of materials, and although they might not be as "thick" or "cushioned" as others, I find the combo just right to keep tension (no slippage even after walking 7 miles average at work in a day...) and still keep my feet dry and comfotable. They are not paper thin like dress socks by any means either, not even close. Not to mention the support my lower legs get from the actual over the calf length. Cant say enough good about the Gold Toe socks. For me anyway, they are just right....

Love these socks they never fall down and are very comfortable