ChiaoGoo Red Lace Circular Knitting Needle 40 in
- Item Length: 40 inches
- Form Factor: Circular
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Number of Pieces: 1
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well-made fine-gauge circular for high-stitch-count flat knitting, useful mainly for its length rather than for small in-the-round work.
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ASIN: B00DX8759AModel: FBA_CG-7040-1Category: Knitting Needles
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Overview
A 40-inch fixed circular knitting needle in US size 1 (2.25mm), stainless steel with a matte finish, built for projects carrying a large number of stitches on the needle at once.
The long cable is there for stitch count, not for magic-loop small-diameter knitting: a 40-inch circular in this small a size is meant for wide flat pieces like blankets and shawls where hundreds of stitches need to sit on the needle before the join comes into it. The matte finish is a deliberate choice against glare, and the steel is nickel-free for knitters with a metal allergy.
- 40-inch (100cm) fixed circular cable
- US 1 (2.25mm) needle size
- Stainless steel, hypoallergenic, nickel-free
- Matte, non-reflective finish
Who it's for
Suits knitters working blankets, shawls, or other wide-stitch-count projects at a fine gauge, and anyone who reacts to nickel in standard needles. Not the pick for small-diameter tube knitting like a sock or sleeve, where a much shorter cable is needed.
Pros and cons
- Matte finish cuts glare on the stitches
- Nickel-free stainless steel
- 40-inch cable holds a high stitch count
- Cable too long for small in-the-round projects
Performance notes
The matte surface is meant to cut glare so stitches stay visible on darker yarn, a common complaint with polished metal needles. Stainless steel holds a point and resists bending over long sessions, and being nickel-free avoids the skin reaction some knitters get from standard needle alloys. At US 1 (2.25mm), it is a fine gauge suited to fingering-weight yarn and lace-adjacent work.
Where it stands among knitting needles
- #8 most-searched brand and model of the 13 knitting needles lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 11 knitting needles we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | ChiaoGoo |
|---|---|
| Model | FBA_CG-7040-1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 40 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.3 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Circular |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
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- Item Weight 0.02 vs 0.06 pounds (-67%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the ChiaoGoo SS Red Lace 40-inch circular needle best used for?
Wide, flat, fine-gauge projects that carry a large number of stitches at once, such as blankets and shawls, rather than small-diameter in-the-round knitting.
Is this needle safe for a nickel allergy?
Yes, it is made from a stainless steel alloy described as hypoallergenic and safe for most people with a nickel allergy.
Why does the needle have a matte finish instead of a polished one?
The matte surface is designed not to reflect light, which makes stitches easier to see compared with a shiny polished needle.