Blunt tip & an elongated eye.
Best for repairs to stretch (knit) fabrics using thicker yarn.

Thin vs Thick
Thin needles are suitable for fine knitwear.
Thick needles are suitable for chunky knitwear.

Long vs. Short
Short are perfect for repairs to small holes/areas & sewing in loose tails.
Long are perfect for repairs to larger holes/areas & sewing long lines of stitches.