Spyderco Yojimbo 2

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Ubiquitous Akimbo

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Hey guys, new poster here but not new to knives! I've recently gotten the Spyderco disease and I can't stop drooling over their designs such as the ethnic series, which is full of some beautiful knives. However, the design that really caught my eye is the Yojimbo 2 with the Warncliff blade. Can any owners attest to the quality, lock strength, grind etc? I would love your opinion on the knife! My uses are purely every day carry. Thanks so much for any responses!
 
I had one for a while and really liked it. The compression lock does not occur on many knives, but it's one of my favorites. A very well executed knife with no extra or useless frills.

However, the blade is very short for how big the handle is (by design) and not geared toward EDC uses so I sold it.
 
I'll second the lock. The compression lock has become a very good lock. It's pretty much fail proof (don't stone me, I said pretty much) and it's easy to operate one handed without endangering your poor thumb

As a specific comment on the Yo 2, it's a love or hate thing. It has a hollow grind and wharncliff shape. The blade stock is very thick (4mm I think???) but the edge is pretty thin in comparison. It all makes the tip very pointy, I've seen several with broken tips. That's not to say it's defective or anything, just that's the way it is.

Most people would suggest the Paramilitary 2 instead and I would tend to agree but the Yo 2 is a nice knife. Just be aware of its limitations like anything else.
 
Thanks for the replies guys! I've never experienced a compression lock but it seems like it has a lot of fans around these parts! As for the relatively thick stock, does it still retain it's slicing ability? One of the main reasons for my attraction to this knife is how good of a slicer it appears to be. And I'm a huge fan of the very thin tip on my S30v Leek so tip strength generally isn't a huge factor for me.
 
Well, I had trouble with mine through cardboard and anything thick due to the aggressive hollow grind.

For a good slicer, a full flat grind is ideal, and Spyderco is full of them.
 
You've given me lots to think about, thank you! Looks like it's between the Yojimbo and the Para 2 in satin PE. Decisions decisions
 
Ubiquitous Akimbo said:
You've given me lots to think about, thank you! Looks like it's between the Yojimbo and the Para 2 in satin PE. Decisions decisions
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I was under the impression that the Yojimbo is geared as more of a self-defense knife, not necessarily an edc one.
 
I EDC a Yojimbo 2. It works well for me, although it is geared more for self defense. I love my Yo 2 so much that I bought a 2nd. One of my favorite knives.
 
Not super interested in the SD aspect of the Yojimbo, I just LOVE Warncliff blades for Every day carry. Based on what has been said however, I really wish it came in a FFG configuration.
 
jstn said:
I EDC a Yojimbo 2. It works well for me, although it is geared more for self defense. I love my Yo 2 so much that I bought a 2nd. One of my favorite knives.
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What do you think about the cutting ability of the hollow grind and steep tapering to the thin tip? Any outstanding issues you've experienced?
 
It's a strong lock, and an ergonomic handle.
The blade is sharp, and cut things just fine for 99% of all regular cutting tasks.
Most cardboard slicing would be done near the tip (like on a utility knife) where the blade thins out more (like a utility knife).
It is a very good knife for the street price.
If you buy one, I predict it will find a place in your EDC rotation. :)
 
I said screw it and placed an order with a local company up here in Alberta, will update when it arrives. Thanks for the help forumites!
 
Since the yo 2 was designed as a self defense knife it isn't a great edc, but is more than useful for most uses. That being said, it is razor sharp and is a great self defense carry as it is legal in most places. I love mine and recommend it as it's relatively inexpensive.
 
I found it to be pretty good for most tasks.
It looks a lot like an overgrown utility knife, and those are pretty handy.
 
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