Short Circular Needles for Sock Knitting

A classic circular needle designed for smooth knitting

Rundstricknadel Messing 370 is a classic circular knitting needle made by Addi in Germany. This familiar design has been appreciated by generations of knitters. Finely crafted brass tips, an exceptionally smooth surface, carefully finished joins and a printed gold cable work together to create a fluid path for the stitches. Instead of repeatedly catching at the transition points, the stitches can move from the tips to the cable and back towards the active knitting area.

A smooth surface for an uninterrupted rhythm

Easy stitch movement becomes particularly valuable when a project requires many hours of focused work. The smooth surface of Rundstricknadel Messing 370 helps the stitches travel along the tips with minimal interruption. Its precise transitions continue that fluid movement where the tips meet the cable. This allows you to spend less time adjusting stitches around the joins and more time concentrating on the pattern in front of you.

The tips are made from white-bronzed brass. They are paired with a printed, gold-coloured plastic cable that holds the stitches not currently being worked. The active stitches remain close to the tips, while the rest of the project is supported by the flexible cable. This is the central principle behind the construction of this classic circular needle.

Reduced strain on tendons and joints

With Rundstricknadel Messing 370, the stitches rest primarily on the cable rather than on the needle tips. This arrangement reduces strain on the tendons and joints while knitting. It can be especially welcome when there are many stitches on the needle or when you enjoy settling down for a longer knitting session.

A comfortable posture and regular breaks are still important, but a circular needle provides a practical way to distribute the weight of the work differently from straight needles. Rundstricknadel Messing 370 is therefore a considered choice for knitters who value smooth handling and a comfortable working rhythm, whether they are beginning their first projects or have many years of experience.

Clearly identified materials and origin

The manufacturer specifies the following materials:

• Tips: white-bronzed brass
• Cable: printed, gold-coloured plastic

Rundstricknadel Messing 370 is made by Addi in Germany. Both the materials and the country of manufacture are therefore clearly stated. Fibre content, textile care instructions and a fixed knitting tension do not apply to this product because it is a knitting tool rather than a yarn.

Selecting the right needle for your pattern

This version features the classic, finely crafted brass tips. If your chosen pattern calls for Lace tips, the corresponding circular needle is item 360. When an extra-long cable is needed, look instead for item 368. These alternatives make it possible to choose the construction that best matches the requirements of the pattern and your preferred way of working.

The appropriate needle diameter and cable length will depend on your pattern, yarn and cast-on stitch count. Check the designer’s recommendations before making your selection. A tension swatch also remains essential because the final gauge depends on the interaction between the yarn, the needle size and your individual knitting style. The needle by itself cannot determine the finished tension.

A carefully made tool for the work behind every project

The right needle accompanies you through row after row and often through many hours of knitting. A smooth surface, clean transitions and a cable that carries the resting stitches all support a more continuous process. Choosing a thoughtfully made tool helps you focus on creating a finished piece you can be proud of. Over the course of a substantial project, that quality of experience and workmanship can matter more than the initial price difference between two needles.

Choose Rundstricknadel Messing 370 from Torsades in the size and length required by your next pattern, and enjoy smooth stitch movement from the cast-on to the final row.