Clover 1008/H Soft Touch 5.0-mm Crochet Hooks
- Crochet Hook
- Aluminum
- 1
- 1
- More reviewed than 82%
A comfortable, well-finished single hook worth trying if hand strain is the issue, though the shorter handle is a real adjustment for some.
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How it ranks among the 22 crochet hooks we track
4.7★ across 8,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
8,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A 5.0mm (US size H) crochet hook from Clover's Soft Touch line, built with a cushioned ergonomic handle and a smooth, Japan-made shaft. Suits crocheters who want less hand fatigue on long projects, including those managing arthritis.
The shaft runs noticeably shorter than a standard aluminum hook, closer to half an inch shorter than Clover's own soft-grip line, and several buyers said that took some getting used to before it became a favorite. The soft cushion sits over a smooth head shaped to glide through yarn with less splitting.
- 5.0mm hook, US size H
- Built-in soft cushion handle
- Made in Japan
- Shaft shorter than standard-length hooks
Who it's for
Best suited to crocheters with hand pain or fatigue who want a lighter, cushioned grip, and to anyone doing detailed stitchwork where tension control matters. Crocheters attached to a full-length aluminum hook may need a session or two to adjust to the shorter shaft.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers praised how smoothly the hook moves through yarn, crediting it with tighter, more even stitches and less yarn splitting than their old aluminum hooks; several with arthritis said the cushioned grip eased hand pain. The main complaint was the shorter, flattened handle: one buyer's hand cramped and felt it needed a more substantial grip, while others said the shorter shaft just took some getting used to before becoming a favorite.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Smooth head glides through yarn with less splitting
- Cushioned handle eases grip fatigue and arthritis pain
- Gold-toned shaft stands out clearly against dark yarn
- Shaft is shorter than a standard hook, needs adjustment
- Flattened handle shape doesn't suit every grip
- Priced above basic aluminum hooks
Performance notes
The polished head is shaped to move through yarn with minimal drag, which several reviewers credited for tighter, more even stitches and better tension control. The soft cushion handle spreads grip pressure across the hand rather than concentrating it in the fingers, which is the main comfort gain over a bare aluminum hook.
Specifications
| Brand | Clover |
|---|---|
| Model | 1008/H |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.3 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Handle Material | ABS Resin |
| Color | Copper/Brown |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Handcrafts, crocheting |
| Special Features | Soft Touch and Built-In Soft Cushion for Comfortable Crocheting |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
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Questions about the Clover 1008/H
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Clover 1008/H the same length as a standard aluminum crochet hook?
No, reviewers note it runs about an inch shorter than a typical aluminum hook and roughly half an inch shorter than Clover's own soft-grip hooks.
What size is the 1008/H?
It's a 5.0mm hook, US size H.
Is this hook good for arthritis?
Several reviewers who crochet with arthritis said the cushioned handle reduced hand pain compared with a bare metal hook.