I think over the years I have tried every thimble out there. For many years I had "tips" on my fingernails and thimbles just didn't take kindly to those long fingernails. Even when my nails were short, I couldn't stand a thimble on my finger. I don't hand quilt too much, but I do hand applique and use an Ultra Thimble. It's a small round metal disc that attaches to your finger with a little adhesive "dot". You can place it right at the exact spot your finger hits the needle to push it in.