I really like the Comfort Thimble out of Eugene Oregon. It is sold through many online vendors though I bought mine in person on a recommendation at quilt shop in Omaha. The dimples on the top surface grip the needle well. And it truly is comfortable. I have two sizes to accomodate different amounts of swelling from weather (humidy). I even have spare ones so I don't have to worry about being without one. Also, I use the rocking motion and have never had to replace a needle from breakage although I am a newer quilter. If you hand piece I like a leather thimble, I bought one on etsy.