2-feeds, single-cylinder machine for the production of socks and pantyhose for men, women, and children in plain knit or terry. This last according to the classic setup of the F version (extended to 180° reciprocating or 360°) including heel and toe. Compared to the F version, the EV version adds a second elastic which allows the stitch formation in two feeds and two elastics (colour pattern possibility in one feed only). Closed toe Sbys true linking device external to the machine.