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Double-Pointed and Fixed Circulars

Here's where you can post feedback and questions about our double-pointed and fixed circular needles.

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Permalink Reply by Roberta on June 4, 2008 at 6:10am: I have just tried my first Harmony 24 inch circular needle. I like it very much, and if I didn't have many, many needles, I would probably buy the whole kit. But, money being tight, I can't justify that indulgence..But, I really wish the 24 inch fixed circular needles went to the larger sizes. I did buy the separate points, and cords though, and will be sending for the number 6 points a little later.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Fineknit on June 4, 2008 at 8:48am: I have been knitting seamless sweaters for decades, so have used almost exclusively circular needles, with double points for smaller sections like cuffs on sleeves. I had to keep point protectors on the double points to keep the stitches on them. I tried my first pair of wood needles about 25 years ago, and found them to be a great improvement in many ways. Gradually I was able to knit only on wood needles. When the wooden points got scored, I just filed them back smooth with an emery board. And yes, I broke them once in a while, but they are so much lighter, so much warmer, so much more user friendly that I was happy to replace them more often. Then came socks! Couldn't find birch needles in such tiny sizes, so ordered nickle plated needles. What a nuisance, Ordered Harmony in 3 smallest sizes, and LOVE them. LOVE the sharp points, smooth yet stitch-holding texture, and even love the appearance. Please keep these needles in stock. If they break, so what. They are the nearest to perfect I have used yet.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Susan the Blue Lake Knitter on June 5, 2008 at 6:46pm: I've found that I use nickle and wood needles for socks depending on the yarn I use. Some hold to the nickle fine, but others require the wood. I purchased several of the nickle in 1,2,3 and wood in 0 (which is what I use for really fine sock yarn. It is so nice that these needles are such high quality. I've only been knitting a short time (just under two years), and I'm glad that I found Knit Picks and their needles before I had too many needles to afford these.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by sealed4ever on June 14, 2008 at 4:00pm: I'm a 2 socks on 2 circs knitter and love your fixed ciruclars. I use 1 harmony wood and 1 nickle so I always know which needle my instep or sole is on.

I used to use an interchangeable needle set from the 80's but they cables are so unruly and difficult to work with. Now I only use Knit Picks needles. The old ones are my set for swatching. (Thanks to a great podcast suggestion from Kelley); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Aurita on June 15, 2008 at 2:38pm: Do you have plans to make fixed circulars smaller than US 0, like 00 and 000. I am referring to 1.72 mm and less in 24 inch length. I would love to have that in your fixed needles.

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Permalink Reply by Diedre on June 16, 2008 at 7:50am: At this time we have no plans to sell smaller needles. We certainly appreciate these comments and we will keep them in mind for consideration.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Aurita on June 16, 2008 at 7:57am: Thanks for the reply. That is a bummer, I really like your needles, but find myself in need of those smaller ones. Will keep looking in case you change your mind

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Permalink Reply by Lv2knit on June 16, 2008 at 9:20am: Like many others, I love your Harmony wood fixed needles, they are totally awesome! I wish that you would make larger sizes in the 29, 32, 40, and 47-inch fixed circulars, because I would knit with only your needles if you did!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Angella on July 8, 2008 at 6:22am: I would like to know if you all have any plans to make a fixed circ that is a 9" or 12"? I love my options needles, but I would really like some shorter cables. Or do yall have any plans to make short cables so we can make 9" interchangeables?

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Permalink Reply by Knit Picks Admin on July 8, 2008 at 7:15am: We do not have plans to make 9" or 12" fixed circulars or sell shorter cables (our interchangeable needle tips are too long to work comfortably with cables 16" long or shorter). If you're interested in an alternative to extremely short fixed circular needles, you could try the Magic Loop method (detailed in this book).; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Becky on July 9, 2008 at 6:16pm: I am new to sock knitting and am (trying) to self learn from books, podcasts and internet resources. I would like to try 2 at a time toe up socks for my first adventure and need to buy needles. I am wondering if there is any advantage (or disadvantage) to purchasing a 47" as opposed to a 40" circular needle as many patterns advise. I wondered if the 47" might be more practical for future projects down the road (I like to be frugal). ANY advice in my new adventure is welcomed!

I also LOVE Knitpics -- the affordable and WONDERFUL yarn brought me here -- the advice I am finding is keeping me coming back. WHAT A GREAT RESOURCE! I just wish there was a store near me -- but maybe it's better for my budget this way!!! Thank you for all you provide!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Knit Picks Admin on July 10, 2008 at 7:10am: I think you could use a 47" circular for 2-at-a-time socks - you'll just have to be a little more careful about not letting the cable tangle or get in your way. And, if you're looking to make larger projects like afghans later, a 47" cable would be a good compromise length.; ▶ Reply to This