Threading Hooks are popularly used with industrial quilting machines schiffli embroidery machines and where applicable to facilitate the threading of needles.The unique shape makes it easy to hold the threading hook and see the needle eye. The special very small hook fits through the eye and pulls the thread back through the eye.Known by many alternate item numbers including #A1 #Q-1652 #J5Q1652 #495D #443-TH #204.833 and more… Consider using these threading hooks with our “Threading Hook Holder/Handles.” #SHT1 Short Threading Hook Handle/Holder 12cm overall length