Two Topstitch Needles mounted on one shank create two rows of stitches simultaneously. The elongated eyes prevent shredding and breaking when using topstitch, metallic, sensitive, or poor-quality threads. The SCHMETZ Topstitch Needle has an elongated eye providing less stress on the thread as it passes through the eye. Achieve perfectly straight and even stitches when using a straight-stitch needle plate. A popular needle choice for sewing, quilting, and machine embroidery. Use with specialty, topstitch, heavy, multiple, or poor-quality threads.