Microtex Sharp Machine Needles-Size 12/80 5/Pkg. SCHMETZ-Universal Sharp Sewing Machine Needles. Schmetz quality sewing machine needles have been manufactured to exacting standards since 1851. The choice of discriminating sewers world wide; only Schmetz provides the uncompromising; consistent quality that produces the perfect stitch every time. These needles are suitable for a variety of fabrics and can be used with all brands and most models of sewing machines. This package contains five 80/12 needles for use when a perfectly straight stitch is desired such as for top-stitching and pintucks. Imported.