Follies of the Madmen #250

Yes, men's socks were really improved by the spinoffs of aviation technology, and are somehow emblematic of an era of increased air travel.

From Esquire for October 1962.

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Comments

I used to wear sox like that! Today, if they're needed only Gold Toe touch my tootsies.

Posted by Expat47 in Athens, Greece on 06/04/15 at 08:44 AM

I thought it was " fly by the seat of your pants" not by the toes of your socks.

Posted by Patty in Ohio, USA on 06/04/15 at 10:22 AM

Kind'a hard to push on rudder peddles with your butt? 😉

Posted by Expat47 in Athens, Greece on 06/04/15 at 11:01 AM

I like my "jet stream" underwear with the outlet flap for exhaust :shut:

Posted by BrokeDad in Midwest US on 06/04/15 at 05:02 PM

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