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Latest revision as of 10:00, 10 September 2025

The C138 GrassHopper is a small, clip-less folder that was introduced in 2010. The GrassHopper is part of the Non-Locking series.

Appearance in catalogs

The C138 GrassHopper appeared in the following catalogs:

Designer

Spyderco

History, mentionings etc. from the forums

Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web

"Non-locking folding knives aren’t a new concept. They’ve been around for centuries without much change but continue selling among a sea of modern locking knives. The reason? While many knife buyers appreciate the traditional aspects of a non-locker, more want this type of knife because they live or work where laws prohibit carrying and using a locking pocketknife.

Spyderco perceived a gap between traditional slipjoints and modern locking folders and created a product line called SLIPITS. SLIPITS offer reliable and sophisticated non-locking folders that open with one hand, have a finger choil for comfort and safety and are conveniently accessible.

As the overall SLIPIT line expands, a subcategory of micro-sized SLIPITS with stainless steel handles is populating within and Spyderco calls them Bugs. The first Bug was matter-of-factly named, The Bug. Its non-locking blade is just barely over an inch long. Next up, a two-inch blade called the HoneyBee followed by the release of a larger one yet, The GrassHopper. Affable Bugs draw comments like “how cute” - a beneficial perception in a knife-cautious world but their size trumps the reality that they’re serious business when it comes to cutting.

The GrassHopper’s size is closest to that of a true penknife with its blade over two-inches. Its PlainEdge Cr13 stainless steel blade stays open when you’re cutting, held by resistant pressure at the knife’s pivot area. GrassHopper handles are chamfered with no squared-off edges to dig or bite into a gripping hand. The handle is also stainless steel with a laser engraved Spyderco bug and enough blank area for a small amount of engraving or customization as jewelry or a gift item. Handle lanyard-hole welcomes a chain for wear around a neck or a keychain." The C138 GrassHopper in Spyderco's online catalog

Variations

The C138 GrassHopper is made in China.

SKU Handle Edge(s) Steel From/To MSRP Note Number made Grind Clip Clip positions Collectors club
C138 Stainless Steel PE Sandvik 12C27 2010- 19.95$ (2010) N/A Full Flat No clip N/A Main
SSC138STONE-JET Stainless Steel/Stone PE Sandvik 12C27 2014 152.95$ (2014) Santa Fe Stoneworks custom, "Jet" (black amber) with white stone stripe. [1] Limited Full Flat No clip N/A
C138BK Stainless Steel PE Black oxide-coated Sandvik 12C27 2020-2023 $46.00 (2023) N/A Full Flat No clip N/A Main
C138GBKP Black G-10 PE Sandvik 12C27 Nov. 2024 - $45.00 (2024) Regular production Full Flat No clip N/A Variant
C138GRDP Red G-10 PE Sandvik 12C27 Nov. 2024 - $45.00 (2024) Regular production Full Flat No clip N/A Variant
C138GBLP Blue G-10 PE Sandvik 12C27 Nov. 2024 - $45.00 (2024) Regular production Full Flat No clip N/A Variant

Most collectible variation

Questions regarding collecting the C138

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

Technical information

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C138 GrassHopper:

Variation Length overall Length closed Length blade Length edge Hole Ø Blade thickness Weight
C138 128mm 70mm 59mm 52mm 7mm 2.25mm 39g

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C138 GrassHopper:

Variation Length overall Length closed Length blade Length edge Hole Ø Blade thickness Weight
C138 5 1/32" 2 3/4" 2 5/16" 2 1/16" 9/32" 5/64" 1.4oz

References

  1. ↑ Sold through the Spyderco Factory Outlet.

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