ChiaoGoo Red Lace Circular Knitting Needle 16 in
- 16 inch circular needle
- US 4 (3.5 mm) size
- Surgical stainless steel tips, satin-sheen finish
- Memory-free red cable, multi-strand and nylon-coated
- 9.07 g weight
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A short stainless steel circular needle with a red nylon-coated steel cable and machine-precisioned tips. It is one size in one length, so match it to your pattern.
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ASIN: B00DX86P5KCategory: Knitting Needles
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Overview
Not a bamboo or plastic needle, this is a surgical stainless steel circular with a smooth, satin-sheen finish. The cable is multi-strand steel with a nylon coating, and the size is laser imprinted on the needle.
Smooth steel tips and a cable that lies flat are what set the Red Lace line apart for small projects in the round. The limit is a single size and length, with a model number field that looks like a placeholder.
Who it's for
Hats, cuffs and other small tubes worked on steel needles. Knitters who prefer wood, or who need a long cable for wide pieces, should choose a different length or material.
Pros and cons
- Surgical stainless steel
- Machine-precisioned lace tips
- Size laser imprinted
- Single size and length
- Model number field looks unreliable
- Short cable limits wide work
Performance notes
Steel tips let stitches slide with little drag, and a memory-free cable lays flat instead of holding a coil. The laser-imprinted size means you can confirm the gauge needed at a glance. Tip shape governs how well fine yarn knits without splitting.
Specifications
| Brand | ChiaoGoo |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 16 inches |
| Size | US 4 (3.5 mm) |
| Item weight | 9.07 g |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | red |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Cable, Circular |
Closest rivals on specs
Clover Takumi Combo Interchangeable Circular Knitting Needles- Item Length 16 vs 10.71 inches (+49%)
- Item Weight 0.02 vs 0.06 pounds (-68%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the ChiaoGoo Red Lace 16 inch needle?
One circular needle, with a piece count of 1. No other items are listed.
Is the ChiaoGoo Red Lace cable memory-free?
The description calls it a memory-free, multi-strand, steel, nylon-coated red cable.
Is the needle size marked on the ChiaoGoo Red Lace?
Yes. The description says the needle size is laser imprinted on each circular.