Toe seaming methods

All socks are knit with an opening in both ends of the sock. One opening is necessary if the sock is to be worn and the other needs to be sewn or the sock becomes a leg warmer. There are many ways a sock can be seamed, all of which produce slightly different results.

Conventional

The standard in toe seaming until recently was a double-needle surger sewing machine. These machines, while fine for their time, produced a seam with a noticeable ridge at the toe of about ⅛” in diameter.

Low Profile

With advancements in toe seaming technology, newer semi-automated sewing machines can produce a micro-seam that has all the durability and strength of a conventional seam, but with a fraction of the diameter. Such seams are generally unnoticed by the average consumer.

Lin Toe®

This is a proprietary method of toe closure that produces an almost invisible micro toe seam that is located on the outside of the sock. It is all but imperceptible to the average individual.

Seamless

The ultimate in toe closure is usually referred to as hand-looped. This method produces a totally ridge-free seam that cannot be felt, even in tight fitting shoes. This type of toe closure is generally recommended for individuals that experience extreme sensitivity in their feet or those most at risk of developing ulcerations, due to lack of sensation in their feet.