Jig heads ...

[barefoot]

I used different picks or needles to clean eyes for years while looking for something that works just right. I needed something that was bendable and strong enough to heat and poke out cured paint if necessary. I discovered this after losing or breaking them all.
This is .022 #9 Malin Hard Wire - stainless steel wire that I wrap some masking tape around one end. 42' will set you back about $2.50.
The tape keeps you from sticking holes in yourself and aids in finding the thing if you drop it. It is the best tool I have used for cleaning eyes. Run it through the eye and you can use your thumb on the tip to bend the wire to leverage a quick clean while holding your stats / jig with the other hand. If you do distort the wire tip just snip it. One 4" piece can do hundreds of jigs. Very fast and efficient.