Tulip Etimo Rose Crochet Hook Set Soft Grip - 1 Piece

I was almost deterred from buying these crochet hooks because other reviewers complained that there were no 3.5mm or other half sizes included. However, I happened to see a clear picture of this set elsewhere and saw that a 3.5mm did appear to be in the set, therefore I took a chance and ordered them.Now they have arrived I can report that the following sizes are included in the set I purchased direct from Amazon:2.00mm2.20mm2.50mm3.00mm3.50mm4.00mm4.50mm5.00mm5.50mm6.00mmI am an avid crocheter and have tried many, many hooks. I have drawers full of them, and have previously tried all the major brands I could think of. Prior to purchasing this set, I considered Hiyahiya aluminium hooks to have the best head, whereas the Knitpro Waves have the best grip. I do not get on with Addi Swing at all, and Clover Armour are a close second to Knitpro. I don't find Knitpro Symfonie very easy to use and I haven't found a single wooden hook I have liked.Until now I have been unable to find a hook that combines a perfect hook head with a comfortable grip. But at last, my search is over. These hooks are perfect. Simply perfect.The hook head is exactly right, the grip is just right, whether you are a 'pencil' or 'knife holder (I interchange to prevent RSI and although I crochet almost all day, I never have any pain or strain as I frequently change my grip - I would recommend this practice to all serious crocheters).Whoever designed these hooks really did their homework. Yes, at around £100 they are expensive, although they are well presented in a very sturdy and pretty case, and come with a mini set of scissors and a couple of yarn needles so you do get some extras for your money. But for me, the sheer quality of the hooks themselves makes the expense justified.For these reasons, I cannot recommend these hooks highly enough.(Just as a final note, judging by other reviews, I believe there may be some counterfeits being sold. The ones I received have a small encircled R under the word Tulip, and the grips are perfectly smooth and not sticky.)If you have found this review helpful and informative, please let me know by checking the "helpful" button.

As an avid crocheter for many, many years, it feels like I have tried most of the hooks out there! :DMy favourites for a long time have been Yarn & Color, but since Brexit I refuse to pay much more for the P&P than the hooks themselves, (as they are based on the Netherlands I believe) plus, the ‘rubber’ material they use to coat the handle of their hooks flakes away after prolonged use and the extra stitch marker on the top of the hook, although very useful, often gets caught in the yarn you’re trying to crochet with, despite how smooth they are to use.I’ve wanted to get a set of Tulip hooks for a very long time, and finally decided to use some hard earned savings - and I like that I can pay for them monthly.So Pro’s and Con’s:Pro’s:- excellent ergonomic shape of the handle, sits comfortably in my hand and feels light to use.- glides through the yarn like a knife through soft butter!- this pack came with a matching pair of very sharp scissors and 2 darning needles, which is a nice touch in the little added zippered case (the little tin you can see in my pictures is my own with stitch markers in it and fits lovely in the case, not making it too bulky)Con’s:- the price!! I don’t mind paying a higher price for a good quality product that will last (you hope!!) forever, it’s an investment for sure, but I still think this case of Tulip hooks are incredibly expensive, and even at half the price would still be an expensive item. I appreciate that if people keep buying them at this price, it will hardly bring the cost down, hence why I’ve taken the option to pay for them over time as I’ve had them on my wish list for such a long time.Highly recommend them, and check to make sure they are the real deal and not a fake - they will have the trademark ‘Tulip’ written where the number size of the hook is with an R in a circle, and the word ‘Tulip’ will be embossed in raised writing on the other side, and they will feel smooth on the handle, not ‘sticky’ like a fellow commenter mentioned.Happy hooking fellow crocheters! :)