ChiaoGoo Twist Stainless Steel Interchangeable Set, 5-inch (13cm) Complete (7500-C)

If there were 10 stars Id give this set even more! I have used many needles and have or have had sets of Denise Interchangeables as well as Knitters Pride. These are by far my favourite. While the Knitters Pride wood ones have their place (lace knitting), my ChiaoGoo set are the ones Ill reach for every time. They are smooth, with nicely tapered points. The joins between cables and needles are really smooth. The cables themselves are my favourite though - they are so slender and have no memory at all, which means that they never get in the way when Im knitting. I was a little confused at first as to why there were two different sized cable joins (small for the thinner needles and large for the thicker ones) but then I realised that this allows for the larger needles to have nice sturdy joins for what are sure to be heavier projects. I also particularly appreciate the thought and care in the packaging of the product. Everything comes in a beautifully compact quilted, zippered case that fits all of the needles and cables, and there is a pocket on the outside that contains stitch markers, screw ends for using the cables as straight needles, connectors for making the cables longer, a needle gauge/ruler, and pins for tightening and loosening the cables. You get so much quality and quantity for the price. Probably my best knitting purchase ever (and Ive made quite a few, *cough* knitting addict *cough*)

AMAZING! These are so high quality and so so worth the investment. I will never use anything other than ChiaoGoo brand!! These interchangeable needles are so smooth and light, the cords never crimp and move easily. Theres no getting caught on the connections because once theyre connected you cant even TELL theyre interchangeables! I may even buy a second set I love this one so much!

I have three sets of interchangeable needles now: my Addi turbos, Hiyahiyas, and now this set. And hands down, this is the best of the group. I have nothing bad to say about my Addi turbos, which are solid and work well, though I am not in love with the cords, which tend to be recalcitrant. But you just cant get them in small sizes, which are really important for lace projects. My Hiyahiyas are a bit of a disappointment. They certainly come in small sizes, and they come with lots and lots of cutesie accessories, but they 1)are too lightweight for my taste 2) have no better cords than Addis 3) are so crazy sharp they tend to split yarn; and 4) COME UNDONE. Yes, they will unscrew on you! I totally do not want to frog a project because my needles came unscrewed from my cord. Which brings me to the ChiaoGoos. They are simply perfect. First, the package is small and holds everything neatly and easily, and the needle size is very easy to pick out. Second, the cords are a dream. They just dont get in the way, and they dont hold a memory of past projects. Third, the needles are easy to tighten (and kudos for the very clear instructions), and they DONT come undone. And they are lovely to knit with: neither heavy like the Addis nor sharp and light like the Hiyahiyas. They are just right. I wish I had started with this set, but at least I now know why I appreciate them.

These are my 2nd favorite needles which I always seem to turn to after a certain point because of the cords. The cords are just wonderful but the needles are not as slick as the Hiya Hiyas which I prefer for their slickness. I notice the differences between the needles when I change over and adjust to the new fill after a few stitches. The Addis have a bad joint, so they are not even in the running.

Recipient was delighted with this set!

I have knitted for 55 years and these are really the best needles ever. Not too slippery , the cables are super. The set is so complete.

My favorite needles by far. I also own the Denise (plastic) and Takumi (bamboo) interchangeable sets, and really like them, but they just dont measure up to these. Im not sure why all types of yarn glide so nicely on them, but they do and it makes straight knitting a pleasure; and if youre doing something tricky these needles make you feel like a pro! (Maybe a knitting surgeon?) My hands prefer the longer tips. My bamboo needles are the shorter length and they end up feeling like theyre digging into the middle of my palms after an intensive round of knitting. Unfortunately the longer tips make it impossible to have the shorter (16) circular lengths used for caps, etc. which means I may eventually decide to get the shorter tips for those projects. Ive NEVER had them come loose from the cord - AS LONG AS I USE THE T-PIN to tighten. However if I get in a hurry and dont take that additional step they do start to loosen. The ability to run a lifeline is great - just remember that running it through any markers you are using isnt going to work. The cords are definitely the most compliant of any I own - you just forget they are there. Showing what a fickle fool I am, I only appreciate how wonderful they are when Im using one of my other sets.

good

Ive had this set for about three years and I love love love it. The needles twist tight, the points are perfectly sharp, and whatever project I didnt, I know I have the needles for it.

Die Stricknadeln sind o.k., lösen sich aber auch nach längerem Stricken vom Seil. Die kleine Nadel zum Verbinden von Nadel und Seil ist unnötig spitz - wie eine Nähnadel, so dass man sich beim Verbinden stechen kann.