The C.S. Osborne #143 peg awl haft is a widely used type of awl haft for shoemaking and leather sewing.  Comes with chuck and wrench to permit easy changing the awl needles.  Leather tipped to prevent splintering when hammered. Awl Length: 6"

The Groz-Beckert American Shoe #6 Jerk Needle (1155 NR.175) is a heavy duty needle used by shoe and saddle makers for hand sewing lock stitches and saddle stitches. Diameter: 1.75mm. Length: 57mm

Use Jerk Needle #6 with locking awl haft.  Together they create the perfect tool to sew shoe soles.  The size of the awl plus the curved fish hook needle is a necessary shape to reaching inside the toe area.