What is particularly special about New Zealand Merino wool socks?
Because of our New Zealand farming methods, our animals are internationally renowned for being generally very healthy. This has a positive impact on the quality of the wool fibre. The Merino wool fibres are strong, long in length and extremely durable, as a consequence. New Zealand Merino wool is whiter; the yarn is softer and more resilient and therefore provides for longer wearing and durability. New Zealand Merino wool is a complex keratin protein-based natural fibre that shares a compatibility with human skin, nail and hair making Merino wool fibre a suitably harmonious natural choice to provide a protective interface between skin and abrasive footwear. Paladin socks are made using New Zealand Merino wool which has the ability to retain more moisture than most other fibres, particularly man-made fibres, and this is good for two reasons. Firstly, the moisture retention helps keep the skin supple and flexible, acting as a reservoir to retain the moisture and naturally occurring oils
