C138 GrassHopper
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 catalog:
- 2010 Spyderco Mid-Year Supplement
- 2011 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2012 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2013 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2014 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2015 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2016 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2017 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2018 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2019 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2020 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2021 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2022 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2023 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2024 Spyderco Product Guide
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 |
Most collectible variation
Questions regarding collecting the C138
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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
- ↑ Sold through the Spyderco Factory Outlet.
