I have been using my 9″ circulars for sock knitting for a minute now. The verdict is a definite yay. Although it took a little while to become accustomed to them, I’m glad I stuck with it. My hands were sore and felt so awkward at first. Once I loosened up my grip, they were fine. I alternate my grip from having my thumb close up to the tips or a little further back on the fabric
People who use them say it helps them knit faster because there is less adjusting than there is with double points or with the Magic loop method. I’m not sure if I knit faster or not. I just know I’m used to them and I prefer them to the Magic loop method.
I still use my longer circs to start the toe and I also use them if I’m knitting socks two at a time.
I purchased mine on Amazon.com after first checking with two of my local yarn stores. If you decide to try them, give them a fair shot. Try more than one project before giving up on them.
The yarn is Regia Pairfect Cotton.
Nyknits 
I’ve been wanting to try these for ages! I think you’ve convinced me. I’ll definitely try to pick up a pair this weekend.
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Be prepared to feel like a new knitter. I hope you like them.
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That’s very interesting. It’s like everything else, you have to do it enough times to get used to them.
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Love the sock. Such a pretty color. I just picked up a knitters pride Dreams circulars for a cowl, just
to see if I want them in a set for Christmas. I like them a lot. Any input from the group would be appreciated.
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I have a knitters pride circular. Haven’t used it yet. It’s so pretty too.
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