I have more seam rippers then needles. I like any brand as long as the blade is thin and sharp. If I have to tug on a thread for it to break then I toss the ripper, it's dull. Seam rippers get dull the more it's used so don't think it's a one time purchase. Most of my rippers are Clover and Fons and Porter. I have a few Gingher ones. I have the electric one and I use it for long seams.