The 2026 needle Colaboration between Monkey Climber & Lewis Smith.
Given the successful release of the 5 wooden bobbins set at Carp Den Bosch 2026 the next task was definitely to produce a high end baiting needle to compliment the set.
For this our eyes fell on Thuya Burr, a rare, highly aromatic, and exquisite hardwood sustainably sourced from the root burl of the Tetraclinis articulata tree in North Africa.
In true Lewis style of course we had to add some brass to the mix, completing the needle with a solid brass polished end cap fitted with a M3 solid brass grub screw the sleek design is to capture the true beauty of brass and wood together.
To compliment the needle there needed to be a storage solution for this! Again lewis made this happen with wood and brass again in the style of a old style cigar pot laser engraved with logos and individual numbering, the needle also complete with laser engraving of the Monkey Climber brand.
Lewis had to say "It's always a pleasure to offer something unique and stylish for the collectors out there and there was no exception with this collaboration. Again thanks for entrusting me to provide quality over quantity time and time again! Love the vibe and love the journey!"
Live April 30, 2026 - 8pm Euro time - 7pm UK time we'll be dropping these really exclusive handmade needles by our brother Lewis. To us, it's his masterwork so far.
Limited to 50pcs only, will go live under the Bobbins and New Items category on the site. One piece per person. If you want to add something else to order, please add it already into your basket so you don't lose time when checking out.