These hooks are phenomenal. They glide through the yarn effortlessly and without any stress or strain on these old hands and wrists. The metal is so smooth it feels silky to the touch. The set is also so pretty. The case looks high end and well made. The scissors are very sharp and come with a protective sheath that matches the case. The only caveat I would make is that these hooks are on the short side so may not be good for people with large hands.