Plain edge Worker

qc · #1

Does any one happen to know when Spyderco stoped making the plain edge version of this great knife? This is true classic Spyderco which I have always admired but now when I am ready to afford one I can only find the serraded edged one for sale. Has any one seen them for sale anywhere? Thanks

Clay Kesting · #2

I agree that the plain edge Worker is a great looking knife, much nicer IMO than the serrated version. I keep meaning to clean mine up (sorry, it was a gift, not for sale <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>) and have it engraved for one of my daughters. Might have to do it soon to stop them fighting about who's going to inherit the Moki Evrina <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>.

Clay
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Edited by - Clay Kesting on 8/4/00 1:50:24 AM

#3

The C01 Worker came out in 1981, first in a Plainedge and then a SpyderEdge configuration. We stopped making the Plainedged version in 1995. I haven't seen the C01P for sale anywhere qc but I'll keep my eyes open.
Joyce

NCBlades · #4

I am carrying my Plain Edge Worker today. It is the old model without the beveled edges on the handle. I love it.

mundele · #5

I also carry a plainedge worker every day. It is my classic all-time favorite knife. I also have a serrated worker, but I prefer the plain edge. You guys at Spyderco should really consider making the plainedge version again. I have a friend who got his stolen and he hasn't been the same since....

Ferret · #6

I just sold both my 2 screw clip plainedge Workers and have been banging my head against a wall ever since. D'OH!!

sam the man.. · #7

I saw some plain-edged C01s being sold on AG Russel's "Cutting Edge" Feb issue magazine. About US$115 a pop - numbered with zippered casing... <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Pricey but I guess its worth it!

Sam

NCBlades · #8

Thanks for the Workers Ferret. I will soon have 3 plain edge workers (not including the one in my Evolution set).

Also,did you know that Spyderco will soon be discontinuing the Worker? Sal told me at the Blade Show. I really hate that!

ceg · #9

I remember something being mentioned, either via bladeforums or by someone at SFO, that plainedge Workers would be made for the final run of these knives. Any truth or just a bad rumor?

#10

Workers willbe discontinued for 2001. We are making a "special run" to commemorate the 20 year run of the knife that literally changed the way the world made knives.

sal

mundele · #11

Sal, will any of the knives in this "special run" be plain edged? (gosh I sure hope so...)

--Matt

hacksawjack · #12

I am the guy "who hasn't been the same since" when my Worker plain-edge was stolen. I deeply miss it and plan to buy a used one for likely 3 times what was paid for the first(a gift from my father). I carry a serrated worker every day and use it at least once a day opening boxes, cutting weeds or flowers, rope, sticks for marshmallow roasting, etc. While the worker is great for many things, it can't replace my plain-edge worker. For instance: someone asks about what you have clipped on your pocket, you whip it out and shave some arm-hair to show it's impressive ability to hold an edge. If you tried this with the serrated version you could send yourself to the emergency room. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Just kidding, but I really do miss the plain-edge worker. Here is yet another loyal fan hoping to see another production run of the plain-edge worker. Pleassseeee? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

hacksawjack · #13

I am the guy "who hasn't been the same since" when my Worker plain-edge was stolen. I deeply miss it and plan to buy a used one for likely 3 times what was paid for the first(a gift from my father). I carry a serrated worker every day and use it at least once a day opening boxes, cutting weeds or flowers, rope, sticks for marshmallow roasting, etc. While the worker is great for many things, it can't replace my plain-edge worker. For instance: someone asks about what you have clipped on your pocket, you whip it out and shave some arm-hair to show it's impressive ability to hold an edge. If you tried this with the serrated version you could send yourself to the emergency room. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Just kidding, but I really do miss the plain-edge worker. Here is yet another loyal fan hoping to see another production run of the plain-edge worker. Pleassseeee? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

hacksawjack · #14

I am the guy "who hasn't been the same since" when my Worker plain-edge was stolen. I deeply miss it and plan to buy a used one for likely 3 times what was paid for the first(a gift from my father). I carry a serrated worker every day and use it at least once a day opening boxes, cutting weeds or flowers, rope, sticks for marshmallow roasting, etc. While the worker is great for many things, it can't replace my plain-edge worker. For instance: someone asks about what you have clipped on your pocket, you whip it out and shave some arm-hair to show it's impressive ability to hold an edge. If you tried this with the serrated version you could send yourself to the emergency room. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Just kidding, but I really do miss the plain-edge worker. Here is yet another loyal fan hoping to see another production run of the plain-edge worker. Pleassseeee? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

hacksawjack · #15

I am the guy "who hasn't been the same since" when my Worker plain-edge was stolen. I deeply miss it and plan to buy a used one for likely 3 times what was paid for the first(a gift from my father). I carry a serrated worker every day and use it at least once a day opening boxes, cutting weeds or flowers, rope, sticks for marshmallow roasting, etc. While the worker is great for many things, it can't replace my plain-edge worker. For instance: someone asks about what you have clipped on your pocket, you whip it out and shave some arm-hair to show it's impressive ability to hold an edge. If you tried this with the serrated version you could send yourself to the emergency room. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Just kidding, but I really do miss the plain-edge worker. Here is yet another loyal fan hoping to see another production run of the plain-edge worker. Pleassseeee? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

hacksawjack · #16

I am the guy "who hasn't been the same since" when my Worker plain-edge was stolen. I deeply miss it and plan to buy a used one for likely 3 times what was paid for the first(a gift from my father). I carry a serrated worker every day and use it at least once a day opening boxes, cutting weeds or flowers, rope, sticks for marshmallow roasting, etc. While the worker is great for many things, it can't replace my plain-edge worker. For instance: someone asks about what you have clipped on your pocket, you whip it out and shave some arm-hair to show it's impressive ability to hold an edge. If you tried this with the serrated version you could send yourself to the emergency room. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Just kidding, but I really do miss the plain-edge worker. Here is yet another loyal fan hoping to see another production run of the plain-edge worker. Pleassseeee? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Clay Kesting · #17

Sal,

Have you made any decisions yet about the form the "special run" of Workers will take. I would like to see a really classy looking "gentleman's knife". My vote would go to a damascas blade with a G10 handle like the discontinued Standard but using the new pearl shell laminate. Plain edge, of course <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>.

Clay

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