Needle Composition: Sizes 1-8 are plastic-coated metal. Sizes 9 and up are hard plastic
Quicksilver needles are soft grey in color, a result of a special anodization process which gives all Quicksilver needles and hooks an exceptionally smooth, glass-like finish. As weight is a key factor with comfortable needles, the large needles (sizes 9 and up) are a solid plastic shaft. Susan Bates 10 single point knitting needles.