Product Description:
Made by W. Smith and Son, these sailmaker's hand sewing needles are the finest quality. Triangular point with reduced edge. Sold individually or in packs of assorted sizes.
Assorted sizes sold in packs of 5, 10 or 20 needles. Packs of 5 needles come in an envelope containing sizes 13-19. Packs of 10 and 20 come in a plastic tube and contain sizes 14-18.
Sizes sold individually are:
#10 - Length = 3.5" / Diameter = 0.128"
#12 - Length = 3.20" / Diameter = 0.104"
#14 - Length = 3.0" / Diameter = 0.080"
#16 - Length = 2.75" / Diameter = 0.064"
#18 - Length = 2.45" / Diameter = 0.048"
Assorted sizes sold in packs of 5, 10 or 20 needles. Packs of 5 needles come in an envelope containing sizes 13-19. Packs of 10 and 20 come in a plastic tube and contain sizes 14-18.
Sizes sold individually are:
#10 - Length = 3.5" / Diameter = 0.128"
#12 - Length = 3.20" / Diameter = 0.104"
#14 - Length = 3.0" / Diameter = 0.080"
#16 - Length = 2.75" / Diameter = 0.064"
#18 - Length = 2.45" / Diameter = 0.048"
Reviews
Sail needles
Jul 8, 2025 | By Liam Turek
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just what I needed
May 24, 2024 | By Marsha McGruer
having a collection of needles comes in handy
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Sail making needles
Dec 10, 2023 | By Clynn Korney
Great service, just as describe and arrived on time.
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Outstanding needles
Jan 27, 2023 | By RW
Bought these needles to have for outdoor gear repair and the quality of the needles are second to none.
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buildinganark
Sep 25, 2022 | By James Helsper
Awesome product at a Great price!
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Sailmakers Needles
Sep 29, 2021 | By Albert Campbell Holt
This is one of the few places I know where you can buy W. Smith & Sons genuine sailmakers needles. Good needles make a world of difference.
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Heafty needles
May 14, 2021 | By Jesse
It's a great piece of kit. Works well for leather and canvas. Good service and prompt shipping!
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Good Needles
Apr 30, 2021 | By Richard K.
This #14 needle is just what I was looking for. Not too thick and not too long (3"). Easy to work with and has a big enough eye to accept the pre-wased thread for heavy duty outdoor stitching. I attach these to the scabbards of my fixed blade knives for Emergency outdoor work. Good price.
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nice needles
Mar 1, 2021 | By Scott
The needles will be used for emergency repairs on various clothes. They appear well made and I expect them to last a long time. Service was great and if I need more needles or other supplies, here is where I am going.
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Wonderful Product
Sep 1, 2020 | By James B.
Received tube of W Smith and sons sail needles in just a few days. They're marvelous needles in the fine English maritime tradition. Glad I've found you.
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Customer service
May 26, 2020 | By Tracey Buzzanco
Definitely enjoyed working with this company will highly recommend and will do business with again
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sail needles
Dec 19, 2019 | By charles smith
Easy ordering. Fast delivery. Got just what I wanted/needed.
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Sailmaker's Needles
Oct 29, 2019 | By Jason Wise
I ordered eight of the #10 sailmaker's needles for use in leather and canvas as well as using the needles themselves as awls. Their triangular cross section makes them ideal for widening holes and even drilling holes in softer material like antler pith, softwood, and bamboo. Very nice, smooth edges, crisp points, and perfect eyes. They also came wrapped in a piece of anti-corrossion paper for good measure. The order was delivered to me in just a few days, which is pretty outstanding for being halfway across the country. I will definitely be buying from Sailmaker's Supply again.
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The Real Deal!
Feb 8, 2019 | By Rob
I received these and a requested birthday gift. I have been using the size 14 and 16 needles for some months, sewing canvas bags, anorak and leggings for myself. These are the real deal, and able to push through multiple layers of 10 oz. canvas easily. Outstanding product and service.
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Sail Needles
Nov 6, 2018 | By Dave Smekens
Quality steel needles from
England and fast shipping
what more could you ask for.
England and fast shipping
what more could you ask for.
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Sail needles
Mar 15, 2018 | By John
Outstanding customer service and high quality merchandise. Used the needles for sewing on boltrope. Couldn't ask for better needles or friendlier service.
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Great needles -- makes doing it yourself possible, with ease.
Aug 15, 2017 | By William Davis
Combine the great needles, with a variety of sizes and eye openings with the palm tool and a whole new world of working with marine cloth and sailboat canvas opens up. Can't wait to take an older sail and see if I can restore it for another few years of working on board.
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Great needle
Jun 25, 2017 | By Fran Grinels
I tried many types of needles to go through 3 layers of felt and leather hide, using elastic round cording. The Sailmaker's needle, size 14 works best of many I tried. I esp. like that it is sharp and three sided.
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sail needles
May 21, 2017 | By james
Best needles on the market.
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Easy living
Oct 12, 2016 | By Michael W Budde
These needles certainly work well and slide through the sail cloth with ease, even without a palm. Glad to have them, will order more for my organization.
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sail needles
Jul 15, 2015 | By Stephen King
I got my needles on time and good quality they are. Pleased am I.
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purchaser
Jun 16, 2015 | By Richard W Hembling
It was as advertised and did as expected.
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purchaser
Jun 16, 2015 | By Richard W Hembling
It was as advertised and did as expected.
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Hand stitching needles
May 22, 2015 | By Al
Excellent product.
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Thanks & fair winds