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double pluggers


special reinforced thongs. If you flip over a pair of thongs they have two 'plugs' keeping the straps attached to the base of the thong: How much are these double pluggers?

Contributor's comments: We definitely had Double Pluggers at Taree, NSW mid north coast. I first saw them in about 1972.

Contributor's comments: A pair of thongs with two plugs in the sole for extra strength: "When buying thongs you would ask for double pluggers."

Contributor's comments: A pair of thongs where the straps are held to the base with a double as opposed to a single plug indicating a stronger more durable pair of thongs: "Bought yourself some new double pluggers mate."

Contributor's comments: These are the style of thongs with the two plugs down either side of the thong - on hot days when your feet were slippery this type won't fall apart: "I've gotta grab my double pluggers."

Contributor's comments: Double Pluggers also usually come with a nice dragon motif on the foot strap, as opposed to their single plug counter parts.