Description
Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP – Micro-Sized Slip Joint EDC Pocket Knife
The Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP is the largest member of Spyderco's family of micro-sized slipjoint pocketknives. Despite a closed length of just 2.83" and a carry weight of only 0.8 oz, it is fully functional and impressively sharp, and the signature Trademark Round Hole in the blade makes it far easier to open than a folder with a traditional nail nick.
This rendition trades the classic stainless handle for peel-ply-textured blue G-10 scales, assembled with Torx screw-together construction for precise alignment and tensioning. The 2.30" full-flat-ground Sandvik 12C27 blade takes a razor edge, and a generously sized lanyard hole lets the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP ride on a keychain or neck cord as easily as it rides in a pocket. Because it is a non-locking slip joint, it is one of the most travel-friendly Spyderco pocket knives for jurisdictions that restrict locking blades.
Specifications
| Model | Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP |
| Overall Length | 5.13" (130 mm) |
| Closed Length | 2.83" (72 mm) |
| Blade Length | 2.30" (58 mm) |
| Edge Length | 2.07" (53 mm) |
| Blade Thickness | 0.08" (2 mm) |
| Blade Steel | Sandvik 12C27 Stainless |
| Blade Grind | Full-Flat |
| Blade Edge | PlainEdge |
| Handle Material | Blue G-10 |
| Mechanism | Slip Joint (non-locking) |
| Weight | 0.8 oz (21 g) |
| Origin | China |
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP blade made from?
The Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP uses Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, a fine-grained Swedish alloy valued for strong corrosion resistance, a very keen achievable edge, and easy re-sharpening.
How does the slip joint mechanism on the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP work?
The Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP is non-locking. A backspring holds the blade under tension in both the open and closed positions, so it stays put during normal cutting tasks and folds shut with deliberate pressure on the spine.
Is the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP legal to carry?
Because the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP is a non-locking slip joint with a 2.30" blade, it fits the non-locking, under-three-inch criteria used in the UK and in a number of other places that restrict locking folders. Knife laws vary by country, state and city, so always confirm your local rules before carrying.
What is the round hole in the blade of the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP?
That is Spyderco's Trademark Round Hole. On the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP it allows quick one-hand opening with either hand — considerably faster and more secure than the nail nick found on traditional slip joints.
How do I sharpen the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP?
The full-flat grind on the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP makes sharpening simple: lay the bevel on a ceramic rod or bench stone at roughly 15 to 20 degrees per side. Sandvik 12C27 responds quickly, so light, consistent passes are all it needs.
How small is the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP, and can it go on a keychain?
The Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP measures 5.13" overall, 2.83" closed, and weighs just 0.8 oz. A generously sized lanyard hole in the blue G-10 handle lets it hang from a keyring or a neck cord.
Where can I buy the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP?
You can buy the Spyderco Grasshopper C138GBLP at Going Gear, an authorized Spyderco dealer, with full factory warranty support.