The Odyssey II is the next version of the Furls Odyssey, the brand's weighted premium hook. Furls rebuilt it with new materials and construction, while keeping the familiar shape.
Its weight is the point. A heavier hook settles into the hand and does some of the work for you, which many crocheters find makes long sessions more comfortable and less tiring. It comes in a range of colors, including Aubergine, Hunter, Juniper, Mocha Mousse, Noir, Poppy, Quartz and Riviera.
It suits crocheters who spend hours with a hook in hand, and those looking for a hook that reduces strain.
Good for
- Long crochet sessions
- Crocheters with hand or wrist strain
- Blankets and garments
- A premium gift for a crocheter
Using it
A weighted hook takes a few rows to get used to, and it may change your tension, so make a gauge swatch before you start a garment. Let the weight of the hook do the work rather than gripping tightly. Our crochet hook guide has more on choosing a hook. Try it on a project you know well first, so you can feel the difference without a new pattern to think about. The range of colors also makes it easy to tell hooks apart if you own more than one size.
Looking after it
Wipe the hook clean with a soft cloth, and store it in a case so it doesn't get scratched.
