Schmetz Chrome Microtex Sharp Needles have a very thin acute point that creates beautiful topstitching and perfectly straight stitches for quilt piecing when precision is paramount. Chrome plated and stay cooler longer with less stitch distortion while allowing the thread to pass through the needle eye with less friction and less heat build-up. Use them on micro fibers, polyester, silk, foils, artificial leather and coated materials. Chrome Microtex Sharp Sewing Machine Needles, sold in sets of 5, size 80/12, from Schmetz.