Evolution of the Spyderco Yojimbo 2
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ค. 2024
- Get an inside look at the history, evolution, features, and benefits of the Spyderco Yojimbo 2 folding knife and learn why it's Michael Janich's personal defense knife of choice. Includes a rare look at one-of-a-kind prototypes of the original Yojimbo.
Bought this knife at the start of covid off a guy who worked for BHQ for $80. I originally wanted the para 3 with blurple g10 but couldn’t justify the price. I got this and am still in awe to this day
I just got my Yojimbo 2 two days ago. And i have to say 2 things: 1-this quickly became my favourite out of my modest collection. 2- thank you for this vid and for this design.
This was the best video explaining a knife design that I have ever seen.
Michael Janich is a Master in every sense of the word. And absolutely agree the explanation is the best I have heard about a knife.
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I love hearing a designer explaining the design process of one of his knifes. Makes me appreciate it more.
Just ordered a Yojumbo because of your solid reasons for the design above. Thank you.
Finally a good explanation of the compression lock.
even Mike smiles when he whips out that Snody Custom .....MAN! WHAT A BEAUTY!
Snody knives are sick!
SOOOOO SWEET
I don't know if you'll see this, but this was an exceptional video explanation of many concepts. I actually just ordered one two nights ago. Fantastic knife!
Thanks Mike. At the 2024 Blade Show I asked you what knife to buy and you whipped this beauty out. I bought one and have been carrying it every since. MBC grip friendly design and well explained. I don't know why it took me so long to get one.
Am I absolutely captivated by an infomercial for the Yojimbo 2 by Spyderco?
Wow, what an amazing video! A very articulate breakdown of both the history and the design elements of the Yojimbo 2. Well though out, conceptually complex design that has been executed with simple efficiency to create a highly functional tool.
The other video is even better more polished he is still talking off the cuff like he is here but he is even more mesmerizing In the newer video
Can't wait for the Yojumbo!
Love that original blue yojimbo. Might mock one up myself out of m2. Love the amount of consideration into this blade.
Nice explanation of the difference between the liner lock and the compression lock.
Great video! Nice to know the history. Mine will arrive on Monday.
Thank you! I hope your Yo 2 serves you well!!!
I love that Janich/Snody folder 👌👌👌
Nice to see the thought behind it. As a fellow fma practitioner I can see its advantages but it's still cool to hear exactly what a designer was thinking. I wish more knife makers did this.
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I was a martial artist but a motor accident put me in a wheelchair in Engand we cant own a flipper knife but i can open the Yojimbo easily and other knifes
Hello Michael, thank you very much for this great knife design. I have come to appreciate the thought that was dedicated to the Yo2 quite a lot. From my humble point of view, if I could change three things about it, they would be:
1. Change the clip to a non reflective one. (To draw less attention)
2. Increase the diameter of the opening hole by 1mm. (To shut up anyone who might have previously handled a Para2)
3. Change to a tougher steel. (To loose a bit the fear of dropping it on the tip)
Good explanation on the diff between a liner and compression lock. Spyderco really has some ingenious designs, I love their efficient style of engineering and how they make a lot of the components serve more than one purpose.
Fascinating and wonderfully informative about not only the history and rationale of the design of the knife, but also the function and advantages of compression locks! I really like this guy
You sold me Michael! This is now on my "I gotta have it" Spyderco list.
I have several Spyderco's but your review identified I still have a gap in my EDC/SD knives.
Thanks Michael
I liked mine so much that I bought a second, The Warnclif blade shape is so handy for every day chores and east to keep razor sharp. The only issue I have had it the tip is kind of fragile.
When I first saw the Yojimbo, I hated it. I thought it was ugly and impractical, then as my knife knowledge and taste evolved I found myself loving it; and now watching this makes me love it more.
Thank you for such a great knife! Glad to find this video and learn more of its history. I'll admit, I did file my handle a little for full thumb hole access. Your Martial expertise has made the best defensive EDC I own.
That's what I call well thought design! That Snody collab prototype is awesome!
Awesome Awesome video! the Yojimbo 2 was my first "serious" knife purchase way back in 2011 (serious as in something +$100). It has served me so well in so many capacities. One thing overlooked is that the knife shape has incredible exact-o function and I use it doing precise cutting on cardboard material to create product prototypes, something that can't be done with a belly knife shape. It was even my EDC during my wedding! Thank you Janich!
Just got mine today. Brown and black. Loving it. Thanks for signing the box. Nice surprise.
This video is a pleasure to watch and I am now saving up for the Yojimbo 2. You answered questions I was not even aware I had and I'll feel confident in (eventually) owning this Janich-designed Spyderco model. Thanks.
I have both of your Yojimbo's, they're the prizes of my collection.
I would love a chance to feel your Snody prototype version. So cool, very ahead-of-its-time!!!
Love the history of this model and all the other info- advantages of the Wharncliffe, types of locks- all great stuff! Looking forward to getting to blade camp one of these years!
Wow, the most detailed explanation and run down on a knife I have ever heard. I want one of these knifes.
I didn't think I'd love this knife as much as I do. I have 2 now, and will probably end up getting a third soon.
I can't believe its taken me this long to get your channel! Great analysis on why you recommend your knife design.
Just got mine in the mail today, and what an awesome knife it is! I'd been considering getting one for a while and finally decided to do it after I saw this video.
Thanks Mike for sharing all the history / additional info. It is a bit "different" looking but we should judge a book by its cover. I have MANY knives. I ordered a Sprint Run version and will be excited to keep it in my permanent collection.
Nice video. Explains a little history of Mr. Janich, Spyderco, the Yojimbo, Mr. Snody, the Compression Lock, tactical knife carry and such. Thank you for your expertise, and video explanation Mr. Janich.
i got one of this knives at mikes class i took last summer , i knew nothing about knife fighting, WOW a truly impressive man with skills , i learned a lot and still know nothing, looking forward to more training...thanks mike
You sir are my new hero! I cannot thank you enough for this knife.
Just bought one today, really dig it in tip down carry with the edge forward, so it opens up edge inward and very quickly.
Wow! I have never seen a video like this! Extremely informative! After watching I immediately went to the website and bought one.
Mike, well spoken and informative as usual! It was great to see you at Blade, looking forward to hearing what you have to share in the future! 👊🗡🗡
Outstanding walk threw,passion,knowledge and this design is sure to work!
i have two Yo's, one of them i take for edc and in the evening when i go outside with my dog, it serves me very well! ty for this great knife Design MJ 😉
I got one about 4 years ago, sold it last year, but think I will have another go at learning with this blade. Great vid, thx..
Thank you very much for this very informative video. It's great to get the logic behind the design of the knife. And, when it is explained by the designer himself, well it doesn't get any better than that.
Great story man. I love how you put so much thought in the handle.
I love that downward snap you got going there. I've been practicing since I seen it. I'd love to see a vid with you and the delica.
Outstanding video. I'm a huge Yojimbo2 fan.
Mr Janich...I ordered this blade knowing nothing about its purpose of use...I solely looked at it and said to myself that is meant to cut really well...and I basically got that assumption from the shape being similar in design to a utility blade.......thank you for your in depth explanation of design....I like mine alot
very cool. There is so much more to the knife than it seems. ordered mine !
coolest presentation Ive ever seen! I feel like I just took a knife class! finally got his name!!! didn't know he was designer too!
Excellent descriptive video! Thanks.
I often wondered about the origin of this knife. Very nice video. Also a great explanation of the compression lock.
Ordered mine a few days ago. My first Spyderco very excited!!
this is the most fascinating knife video Ive ever watched!
Have 2 Yojimbos standard and all black model, Black belt Shotokan flipper knives banned in UK 🇬🇧 😀 thanks Michael Janich
Dude, thanks for this video!!! Ordering my Yojimbo 2 now.
Great video that confirms my original opinion in the design of the knife. Mine arrives next week. The S90V version. Also have a deep carry clip headed my way.
Brand new to this Channel and MJ. Just purchased the YoJumbo larger version of the YoJimbo2 described here. Excellent explanation of the design and functionality of this type of knife!
Got the Yojumbo. My 1st Spiderco knife! It has become any favorite EDC... An "excellent" knife!
Me too. Just got the yo jumbo.
that carbon fiber concept is AMAZING! I'd buy that 100%
Been watching a lot of Mike's videos. The man knows his stuff. I trust a knife that he designed. Will be ordering one.
Michael is a good guy AND a GREAT speaker/presenter.....would like to see an in-depth interview of his background and how he came to the martial arts community
Wow. A ton of info. A blade for the knife fighter and camp cook all in one. Amazing design!
Love this! I have this and the Ronin 2 as well. Thank you for your design. I just did a review on both of these the folding and the fixed blade Ronin 2.
Impressive Spydie flick at 7:40.
Awesomeness ! What a review, Wow🔪
Great overview, thank you. I don’t believe you mentioned it, but believe this model also has some upgraded steel over the standard Spyderco offerings. Thanks again for a great review and cool knife.
Very interesting video, thanks man! My yo 2 is on the way
this is a GREAT video, going to have to order one
I really enjoyed watching this and hearing you explain the evolution... Just ordered one!Could you please do another video like this about the janisong, another very interesting knife you created!
Love how well thought out this design is. Makes me think of the design genius of Hawk knives and why I love my Deadlock. Also love the 4mm thick blade, contrary to the usual industry standard 1/8" blade stock thickness.
I too enjoy the thick blade stock Spyderco Canis is a Good knife with the PM2 and one i like a lot is the Gayle Bradley 2 yeah the locks a bit fiddly but CPM M4 is a great steel not rust free but a wipe of thin oil and its fine
Awesome video 👏🏻 👍👍👍
Great video thanks for sharing
I really love to see yojimbo 1
Solid Design!!! Hats off to ya
I bought one today. Love it! 🙂
As a martial artist "Isshinryu " & law enforcement officer .
I like your ideas, I like the shape of the handle it can be used as an impact weapon making the knife dual purpose striking edged weapon . I like the lock type as well , I love the fact its made in the USA.
I will be picking one up I carry a knife all day every day one for self-defense one for work .
Long time reader, first time commenter here ... I enjoy and appreciate learning about the evolutionary process in creating great ideas and things. This is a first rate video in that regard. I've a first generation Ronin and a Be-Wharned. They are pretty cool blades, but they're not "perfect" -- whatever *that* is! lol!
Great explanation of the compression lock, too. That is a huge factor in the value of this video! Liner locks get slammed all the time -- though in my experience I've never had any real problems -- the compression system is impressive.
Based on your explanation I will add a Yojimbo 2 to my budget. While my state allows fixed blade carry (I know, get a Ronin 2, right?) I like having a good folder or two available.
Congratulations on your success and LET'S SEE MORE VIDEOS ON THIS CHANNEL!!! lol!
That one of a kind with Snooty is amazing.. Absolutely beautiful.
Hope maybe someday something similar comes out maybe even as a sprint run.
love both of the knives shown here.....the first proto has a great raw look to it and it's awesome to see your initial vision of a design i like a lot.....BUT...that Janich/Snoody folder is amazing..everything i love about Mike Snoody's work..super stylin..and his ergos are spot on...i have 2 YJ2s....i know Spyderco, and one day...hopefully far in the future...they'll take the YJ2 out of production and i'll have my carry knife and one brand spanking new one in the box...btw, both knives are spot on, perfectly constructed.....what makes Spyderco such an amazing company is their collaboration work..so many great designs have come from that
great information. thanks.
I love my paramilitary 2.....I should have bought this. What a well-thought-out knife....great for daily tasks, built for a fight too...
well that was Awesome! very informative. my mbc training buddy has been telling me I need one. I'm definitely getting one! I have the Ronin and really like. also mbc is awesome! thank you!
Love this knife a lot and would really like to see it come out with more personalization options such as different handle colors and my biggest thing is a black blade and matching black hardware. Please make this happen
Very cool knife and demonstration- but I see what you did there comparing the open yojimbo to the closed delica for in pocket carry size.
I’m gonna pick one up soon.
Really nice!
Very good explaint, thanks for that vid
Such an awesome video. Janich is a bad bad man.
My favorite wharncliffe. Thank you.
I totally respect your abilities I envy you these techniques and your mind set in this weird world.
Great knife! I have the yojimbo and a Ronin 2. I carry both. They have superior cutting ability in a very thin package that's very strong. Some of the police staff likes the package and has started carrying themselves. They also cuts through seat belts with no problems. I'd say its the perfect knife for combat. Thanks for such a great knife!
For those in the comments asking about a trainer Spyderco does indeed make a Yojimbo 2 trainer.
I don't like how this knife looks but after watching this video I am buying one (and a trainer) next time I'm in Golden. I didn't like the tapered end of the handle but now that I know its purpose and the reason for the blade's shape too, I'm sold.
I also think that tapered end has an additional feature. I've carried a few knives that look rather large in a pocket, because the large leaf shaped blade is all the way down at the end by the clip when folded. This knife looks to me like it would appear smaller (at least the part seen when clipped in a pocket) than it really is.
Sold! and also thanks for the part about locks (glad you explained about the spydy hole as it work perfectly the position its in but some of my knife friends moan about it = they`re a bit dim tbh).
Michael it would be interesting to hear you talk about the psychology of the Yojimbo and presenting a knife to defend yourself. I’m sure you have heard stories where potential attackers have backed off upon seeing a knife (especially one like the Yojimbo) being presented.
Excellent! Congrats! Just one question: Whats your opinion on karambits for self defense?
How about a Yojimbo 3 the size of an Endura?
google "yojumbo"
very interessting video, well done, specially the compression lock explanation!
Great video! Wish you could do a video on your custom mods of enduras in the past as well as your thoughts on the kahr delica(in my top 3 all knives). Living in chicago i have to love my kahr delica lol.
Man, you just sold me on a Yojimbo 2.
all three look nice.
I've fallen in love with the Yojimbo, or the idea of it these last few weeks as I've watched videos teaching about the design and function of this knife. I want to buy one soon, and get some fancy hardware and maybe some custom scales. Haven't gotten this excited about a knife designn in a while! Always thought the knife looked interesting but was ugly and probably notn something I'd want to own. Now I do want to own one to be the knife that if I lost all of my collection, this would be the one knife I get to keep. Looks like a great utility knife, and as a self defense tool probably one of the most capable folding knives one can find.