Rookie or Worker

hy · #1

I know the both of them are out of production but they have one of each in my local knife shop and i was wondering which one to get as they both sport quite a similar look.Any suggestions?

Turbo923 · #2

Dont own eithr, but handled both at one point.
I forget price difference, but who cares about price? <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
IMHO, the Rookie is the better. I feel it has a better handle feel, and sports a larger blade. You couldn't go wrong wth either one though

An honest man's pillow is his peace of mind

BladeMaster · #3

Wow, I recently found myself in the exact same position!
I got the Worker, and man am I glad I did.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
The sharpened false edge of the Worker is excellent for cutting threads, tape, string, and packaging fasteners.The fine tip is great for slicing,and the SpyderEdge is wonderful for everthing else.
Plus, the Worker was the first Spyderco CLIPIT, so that makes the Worker a little bit of a conversation piece. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
You just can't go wrong with the Worker.

The BladeMaster

scolby · #4

I will continue to promote the Worker as the first "multi-purpose" tool. No pliers on this baby, but it can handle most every-day cutting tasks and many non-cutting tasks.

If the blade isn't long enough for you, I would recommend the Native a a next great choice for most tasks.

"Chance favors the prepared mind" - Louis Pasteur

hy · #5

Thanks guys.....the worst thing about deciding is that they're exactly the same price......and i like the both of them!!!!!!

Jeff/1911 · #6

Here's the other side...

I haven't handled the worker but the Rookie is a beaut! It is the scaled down Police model, and it's a great knife. I have the one in G-10 handles, and my friend the stainless version. The stainless Rookie is a work of art, I believe. Get one.

Jeff/1911.

Jazzman · #7

I have never played with the Worker, but I do own a Rookie. It is a great knife. The blade is very utilitarian and it looks great to boot.
Good luck,
Matt