ChiaoGoo Red Line Circular Knitting Needles 9 in
- Item Length: 9 inches
- Form Factor: Cable, 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-regarded fine-gauge circular for small-diameter fine work; pick the 1.5mm or 2.5mm size that matches your pattern's gauge.
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ASIN: B00QXK5DYOModel: 6009-1.5Category: Knitting Needles
Overview
ChiaoGoo's Red Line series shows up here as a 9 inch fixed circular needle with a stainless steel tip and cord, offered in the fine 1.5mm and 2.5mm gauges suited to small-diameter, fine-yarn work rather than everyday sweater knitting.
ChiaoGoo's Red Line needles use a smooth steel tip fused to a red nylon cord, a combination knitters return to for slippery, fast stitches. At 9 inches this is a short circular meant for tight tube knitting such as sock cuffs, mitten thumbs, or doll and miniature garments, not full-width projects. The listing bundles two very fine sizes, so check which gauge your pattern calls for before ordering.
- 9 inch fixed circular cable
- Stainless steel tip with red cord
- Available in 1.5mm and 2.5mm
- Built for small-diameter fine-gauge knitting
Who it's for
This suits knitters working fine-gauge socks, mittens, gloves or miniature pieces on a small circumference. It is not the choice for anyone knitting a standard adult sweater or blanket, where a longer needle and heavier yarn are needed.
Pros and cons
- Smooth steel tip glides through fine yarn
- Short cable suits sock and mitten knitting
- Two fine gauges covers lace to fingering weight
- Too short for anything wider than a cuff
- Fine gauges only, not for bulkier projects
Performance notes
The steel tip and nylon cord combination is built to let stitches slide rather than stick, which speeds up small repetitive rounds like heels and cuffs. A 9 inch cable keeps stitches bunched tightly around the needle, which works for narrow tubes but would crowd and strain a wider piece.
Specifications
| Brand | ChiaoGoo |
|---|---|
| Model | 6009-1.5 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 9 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.3 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Red |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Cable, Circular |
| Number of Items | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the ChiaoGoo Red Line 9 inch needle used for?
It's a short circular needle suited to small-diameter fine-gauge knitting such as sock cuffs, mitten thumbs, gloves, or doll and miniature pieces, rather than full-size garments.
Should I pick the 1.5mm or the 2.5mm ChiaoGoo needle?
Match the size to your yarn weight and pattern gauge; 1.5mm suits lace or very fine thread while 2.5mm suits fingering weight sock yarn.
Is a 9 inch circular needle long enough for a hat or sweater?
No, at 9 inches this cable is made for narrow tubes; a longer circular is needed for hats, sweaters or blankets.