Why should I get a Yojimbo?

Great knife, I have 2, S30 LJ& S90 cf. I love them both and I like using them but will always carry a second knife that is more for real work. Yojimbo was not designed to do hard labor, it slices great but that's it, the edge and tip are very thin. It is my experience that the S30 is a little chippy, I don't let it bother me and now carry a second like the GB2 or Cutjack D2. those are actually designed to do hard labor. I would still recommend the IYojimbo because it is one of Spyderco's knives that set them apart from the rest.
 
RickyBobby said:
Getting interested in the Wharncliff blade design for utility/work, which never really appealed to me, based on esthetic and lack of understanding of its purpose. After reading some about its specialized applications, I think it would be a good fit for what I do for a living.
Admittedly a Syderco fan boy, the Yojimbo caught my eye, compression lock/single hand operation, relatively light. I think its pitched as a martial blade, handle shape concerns me.
Thank you
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If you like the compression lock, good steel, and box cutters then you’re sure to like the Yjimbo
 
I have to agree with the opinion. though it is a shape similar to a box cutting blade the knife was not intended to be a loading dock utility knife. with disposable box cutters there is no need to push it into that duty unless you absolutely had to . I would also agree though S30V is better today than years ago it does still get chippy on thin edges
 
Great comments from everyone.
Thanks for sharing the knowledge!
Seems I'll have to rethink this, I am still considering the Yojimbo, it is an interesting design, just not for my work applications.
 
RickyBobby said:
Great comments from everyone.
Thanks for sharing the knowledge!
Seems I'll have to rethink this, I am still considering the Yojimbo, it is an interesting design, just not for my work applications.
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Every person that likes and collects Spyderco's must have the following knives. PM2, Manix 2, Yojimbo 2, GB2, Shaman and the Domino. These knives are the starting point to a nice well rounded collection and if you ever get strapped for cash these knives are as good as gold.
I highly recommend the Gayle Bradley 2 for an everyday workhorse.and still passes for a gentleman's knife. You can't go wrong with any of the above knives.
 
Thanks for the advise.
I have owned the GB1 since its release and it is a Solid work knife, I was in disbelief the first time I used M4.
Admittedly I am not well versed in the latest performance steels.
 
RickyBobby said:
Great comments from everyone.
Thanks for sharing the knowledge!
Seems I'll have to rethink this, I am still considering the Yojimbo, it is an interesting design, just not for my work applications.
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You wont go wrong with the Yo2 in any event.
Its a great knife and I heartedly recommend it.
Prior to buying it, I thought it looked funky but when in hand - ohhh, my! The ergonomics of the Yo2 are fantastic. One of the best knife handles ever IMO even if it does look like a squeezed lump of ...., lets say mud, as this is open forum.

An awesome knife. How ever, for the work applications you listed in a prior post, the edge/grind of the Yo2 might not be optimal.

Have you considered the equally excellent PPT or the Street Beat?

Also great ergos, as anything Perrin involved.

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In regards to folders, the GB2 might also be a good tool for your work tasks, as mentioned by others. Its sturdy.

I repeat, get a Yojimbo in any event. You most likely wont regret it ... and even if you do, they wont last long on the sales forum, should you decide a Yo is not for you (no pun intended).

Shake 'n bake.
 
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Tommy-Chi said:
It is a decent self defense blade that may work in other ways. It is not a stabby blade and I think Spyderco and Janich designed it that way. If you look at Mr Janich's videos you can see he is more concerned with using the defensive weapon to slash attackers vital areas.

I have two of them, an S30V and 20CV. I've dabbled in approx 10 martial arts, and what Mr Janich teaches seems legit to me, so I bought the knives.
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I wonder, if we are talking about the same knife.

If there ever was a stabby blade ... *

*not a knife fighter nor operator.
 
never realized how small the Street beat actually is!!! it is smaller than a Yo2? I may have to get one and give it a try
 
ponykid said:
never realized how small the Street beat actually is!!! it is smaller than a Yo2? I may have to get one and give it a try
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The Street Beat is a great knife and along with its bigger brother, the Street Bowie, amongst my favorite knives.
For people usually hung up on folders, its like an epiphany, when they start carrying a small fixed blade instead.
The SB is not noticed on the the belt/IWB nor a hassle to carry in a pocket.
No guard but the 'Perrin divot' (designation made up) makes for a very positive hand hold. Elegant simple knife with nothing, that doesnt need to be there. Made after the KISS principle and it works, like most things Perrin.

Get one, you wont be disappointed (and even if you dont like it, you can just sell it on the sales forum here. Itll be gone in a flash. I feel like Im repeating myself).
 
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Dr Rez said:
Because Sal Glesser needs to have the funds to retire.
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LOL
Mr. Glesser is the recipient of the majority of my knife spending.
I've also convinced some friends and co-workers to contribute to his retirement plan.
I think he'll be fine.
 
BladeScout said:
You wont go wrong with the Yo2 in any event.
Its a great knife and I heartedly recommend it.
Prior to buying it, I thought it looked funky but when in hand - ohhh, my! The ergonomics of the Yo2 are fantastic. One of the best knife handles ever IMO even if it does look like a squeezed lump of ...., lets say mud, as this is open forum.

An awesome knife. How ever, for the work applications you listed in a prior post, the edge/grind of the Yo2 might not be optimal.

Have you considered the equally excellent PPT or the Street Beat?

Also great ergos, as anything Perrin involved.

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In regards to folders, the GB2 might also be a good tool for your work tasks, as mentioned by others. Its sturdy.

I repeat, get a Yojimbo in any event. You most likely wont regret it ... and even if you do, they wont last long on the sales forum, should you decide a Yo is not for you (no pun intended).

Shake 'n bake.
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Shake n bake baby
Thanks for posting. Been looking at small fixed blades for EDC, nothing really excites me.
How is the grind on the SB? Most of these small fixes blade have short handles and are pretty obtuse, not very good at cutting/slicing. Something to do with survival...
 
RickyBobby said:
Point taken, there are good reasons why tradesmen use disposable blade utility knives.....
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Last year I got a whole bunch of Stanley USA-made utility blades on sale. Two 100-packs for $10, so I doubled that. 400 blades should last me awhile. At a nickel each I'll put up with the downsides.
 
We should start our own forum, DisposableBladeForums.com. 400 reviews in the making. They work, they're cheap and they're Marine proof.
Thanks for your service POP.
 
RickyBobby said:
Shake n bake baby
Thanks for posting. Been looking at small fixed blades for EDC, nothing really excites me.
How is the grind on the SB? Most of these small fixes blade have short handles and are pretty obtuse, not very good at cutting/slicing. Something to do with survival...
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:D
The Spyderco Shake and Bake Street Beat is flat ground. Its a slicer alright. Id say most excellent for EDC. The SB comes up on the sales forum at intervals.
As for your work tasks, there is an ATR on the sales forum. Its a beast and is rated for hard work. Id get it myself, if I hadnt been on a knife buying spree.
 
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BladeScout said:
:D
The Spyderco Shake and Bake Street Beat is flat ground. Its a slicer alright. Id say most excellent for EDC. The SB comes up on the sales forum at intervals.
As for your work tasks, there is an ATR on the sales forum. Its a beast and is rated for hard work. Id get it myself, if I hadnt been on a knife buying spree.
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I hear you, I TRY not to make impulse purchases and buy stuff I won't use.
Need to upgrade my membership and trade piece that are collecting dust.
 
Gentelmen,
Thanks for everybody's feed back. I appreciate the time you have spent sharing the knowledge.
I was able to handle a Yo 2 at my local Range/Gun store yesterday. They're carrying a fair selection of Spydies now, You where right this is one bad #ss, scary SD blade. Ergos are fantastic despite its appereance, using the grip the designer intended. I didn't buy it, price was fair, not more than the popular online retailers, I already have an SD blade set up to pair my firearm I am comfortable with.
 
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