Why Darn Tough Stayed in Vermont

When nearly every American sock maker chased cheaper labor overseas, one small Vermont mill made a different choice. It bet its future on quality instead of cost — and today it’s one of the most respected sock manufacturers in the world.

Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew (1466) Review

The Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew (Style 1466) is a merino wool hiking sock knit in Northfield, Vermont, with an unconditional lifetime guarantee. Our independent, verified review and score.

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Home › Socks The right socks are one of the easiest ways to buy American every day — and Vermont’s mills make some of the best in the world. Every sock here is independently verified as American-made and scored on our weighted six-criteria model, with a clear eye on materials, durability, and warranty. We are … Read more

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In-Depth Reviews of Products Made in the USA Not every product wearing an American flag deserves your money. Every product we review has one thing in common: it was built in America. From there, we judge it the same way you would —quality, value, durability, and whether we’d actually recommend it. Learn how we review … Read more