Hamanaka's well-crafted crochet hook has 2 different sizes on each end. The head of each hook is designed to be pointy so you can manage to poke through openings in your stitches. It also has a tapered throat which can help you manage pulling through a lot of yarn overs. The ergonomic grip is color-coded to indicate hook size and is made of elastomer rubber and has a unique shape that is contoured for a really comfortable hold. The grip also has unique ribbed sides to prevent slipping when being held. Their hooks glide very well in every motion because of the smooth finish and lightness of the aluminum. The level of craftsmanship that went into the creation of these hooks represent Japanese manufacturing quality at its best.