A ballpoint tip that prevents fabric thread breakage and a special "cobra" head that reduces the fluctuation of fabric that causes skipped stitches
Janome part number: 859438007, 202122001
Janome's purple tip needles are good at preventing skipped stitches during sewing and embroidery on heavy fabrics. They work well for knits, quilting multiple layers, and sewing across hems.
Genuine Janome needles are manufactured by Organ - for the quality that you have come to trust in needles
Look for the size and "Organ" stamped on the needles to verify the quality