Schmetz Universal Needles 100/16 (130/705 H)

Schmetz Universal Needle 100/16 (130/705 H)

You'll spot this neat Schmetz box right away by its blue packaging with the familiar lion and the clear 100/16 size label. Through the window you see the needles lying there, gleaming silver with a subtle purple marking band just below the shank. That color code is no accident, it tells you at a glance which thickness you have in hand once your needle box starts to fill with different sizes. A needle that looks crafted and precise, exactly what you expect from a brand that has set the standard for decades.

Product Features:

• Item Number: NADEL100UNI
• Full package: 5 needles per pack. 20 packs per box

What is the 130/705 H needle system

The 130/705 H system is the worldwide standard for household sewing machines, from the simplest models to advanced computerized machines. The flat side of the shank means the needle always clicks into the needle bar with perfect alignment, so your stitches stay straight and consistent. The universal point is lightly rounded, sharp enough to pierce woven fabrics cleanly without damaging threads, yet smooth enough to handle light knits as well. Size 100/16 sits in the sturdier segment of universal needles, made for fabric with some body to it. You'll find this marking on almost every needle pack, so once you get used to it you'll work smoothly with other brands and sizes without a second thought.

Uses and Projects

This 100/16 needle is the workhorse for anyone who regularly sews with heavier fabrics. Think of these projects where it really shines:

• Denim and jean fabric for pants and jackets
• Canvas and sailcloth for bags and covers
• Thicker cotton fabrics and linen blends
• Upholstery and pillow covers
• Faux leather and coated fabrics
• Heavier wools for coats and cloaks
• Curtain fabric and decorative textiles
• Repairs on bags, straps and workwear

Always keep a pack on hand

With five needles per pack you'll build up a supply quickly, so a broken needle never stops your project. Browse the complete range of needles or discover all haberdashery at Rijs Textiles for everything that makes your sewing project complete.