Inspired by the Jolly Rogers squadron, these crafty socks celebrate the courageous legacy of the squadron and display Jolly Rogers' widely recognised and feared insignia, the ominous white skull-and-crossbones on all-back tails.
The famed and feared skull-and-crossbones markings first flew in World WarII with VF-17, later redesignated as VF-61. Following their decommission in 1959, the VF-84 Vagabonds were redesignated as the Jolly Rogers to preserve the history of their "bones". When they were equipped with the F-14A Tomcat, they participated in the motion picture “The Final Countdown” which propelled the skull-and-crossbones-adorned F-14 to gain worldwide recognition.
In 1995, the VF-84 was decommissioned and VF-103 (formerly the Sluggers) became the new Jolly Rogers and adopted Ensign Jack Ernie’s skull-and-crossbones on all-black tails. Now in its fifth home, the Jolly Rogers preserve their rich history and achievements across generations and squadrons.
Model: F-14A Tomcat
Builder/Manufacturer: Grumman Corporation
Squadron: Jolly Rogers fighter Squadron (VF-84)
Appearances: The 1980s motion picture “The Final Countdown”
About Heel Tread
Heel Tread is a unique brand of socks that draws its inspiration from one of man’s greatest passions.
Our collection is a tribute to some of the world's most renowned automotive icons. We design socks for the ones that skip a beat when something exotic flies by.
A brand that allows you to take your passions with you everywhere, even to bed.
Designed and produced in Portugal, we use seamless toe knitting to create a sock without any stitches. With 80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide and 3% Elastane, beautiful inside and out. After you've worn them a few times, you won’t be able to go back to anything else.
Mens UK size: 7.5 - 11.5
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