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McMinty119 | 10 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 I vote darker, but I’ll probably buy at least one pair of either color. I don’t know if this question will make any sense, but are they a chunky knit or a smooth knit?
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karo | 10 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +2 
 these are chunky. the yarn I'm using makes a thick, warm, durable sock but sacrifices a little softness. 

Softer socks are usually made with finer wools which can be a nice treat for your feet but I find that they develop holes more easily since the fiber isn't as durable and the yarn is often mixed with nylon to make it stronger but will often shred the wool in the process. 

I hope that answers your question
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McMinty119 | 10 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +3 
 It gives me an idea lol. I’ll probably still snag a pair once you make them available to give a go. I am picky about my socks but I also burn through them pretty quick (boots, 12+ hrs a day, average 25k steps a day)
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karo | 10 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 awesome! I'll get to knitting ;)