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Sharp knife
The stainless steel handles make it feel fancy. And the razor sharp blade makes it feel useful. It sits in my pocket really nice and that makes me happy.
Spyderco GrassHopper Miniature Folding Knife 2.27" 12C27 Satin Plain Blade, Stainless Steel Handles, Slipjoint (non-locking) - C138P
Part #: SP138P | Spyderco Knives
Description
SP138P: C138P GrassHopper SS
Spyderco
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.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 2.27" (58 mm)
- Cutting Edge: 2.03" (52 mm)
- Closed Length: 2.84" (72 mm)
- Overall Length: 5.09" (129 mm)
- Blade Material: 12C27 Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.079" (2.0 mm)
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Full Flat
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Material: Stainless Steel
- Locking Mechanism: Slipjoint
- Pocket Clip: None
- Weight: 1.3 oz. (37 g)
- Made in China
UPC Code: 716104008964
Related Categories
Spyderco Knives, Spyderco GrassHopper Mini Folding Knife Series, 12C27 Blade Steel, Steel Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Slipjoint (non locking)
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Customer Reviews
Eleven
OaklandJan 17, 2026
Andrew
Oakland, CaDec 28, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Handle Feel
Cons: Pocket Clip
The hole is round
It's small but not a Byrd, made in China but is a Spyderco. The quality is there. This is a nice, solid little knife, smooth but easy to grip. I use it for everything but self-defense, for that I count on razor sharp wit. It feels fancy and disappears in my pocket. One thing that's hard to see and I'm not in love with is the gap at the pivot end of the blade when closed. It has a sharp corner that is not pleasant, you can sort of see it in the photos. I might have got a different model if I knew.
Steve
MIJun 17, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Weight
Cons: None
Understated, elegant & efficient
All a gentleman (or lady) needs in a pocketknife. Only 1.3 oz. of stainless steel, 2" cutting edge, simple to open/close, wonderful ergs., great fit & finish (no sharp edges, other than blade), great slicer via slim blade, quality steel for a low budget tool, unobtrusive in public. Great with a suit or dress trousers.
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