The Spyderco Yojimbo 2 Pocketknife: The Full Nick Shabazz Review
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- The Spyderco Yojimbo 2 is designed for self defense by Michael Janich, but I'm going to review it today as a basic tool for EDC. Although there are compromises in the name of "weapon", it's not a bad knife for EDC.
So, if you're trained in the arts of the blade (unlike, well, pretty much everybody) and need an EDC knife too, the Yojimbo 2 is a great choice. But if you're just a random jackass looking for an EDC, you might look elsewhere and get less compromise in a smaller package.
"I'm not a ninja." Exactly what a ninja would say.
Lol exactly
Classic misdirection.
Toki52 Nick is very deep undercover
True
Classic nick
Nick: “killer slicer”
Cold Steel: “Great new knife name...”
Lol, if you get attacked by Ninjas, then your time on earth is short. What do you suppose the life expectancy of a knife " fighter" is???🤔🤪
A little self defense saying that my dad taught me long ago that still sticks with me to this day is: "He who screams and runs away lives to scream another day."
I love that. Beautiful!
Patrick +1 +lol
The saying is actually, “He who fights and runs away, lives to fight another day.” I do however, like your dad’s version too...;)
Pops is right. But there are times the screaming and running won't cut it.
Being a pussy is cool on this channel.
Actually designed for the Filipino grip where you rest your thumb on the spine. Michael Janich mentioned it in his video about the evolution of the Yojimbo 2.
@grey_d 1792 hence the evolution of this knife so it is used in that manner.
The loser of a knife fight dies on the street. The winner dies at the hospital. I Love mine. It is so Odd. All the negatives Nick mentions are what make mine so cool. Totally impractical, but it feels special to hold such a deadly tool in my hand while watching Wheel of Fortune on the couch with my wife. Comparing this knife to an E.D.C. for regular use is like comparing a pick-up truck to a Corvette.
@@cunnelatio
Sure. But you are missing the point of this tool. It is a measure to get to a gun, and won't land you in prison because it is a fixed blade.
My dad sewed up a guy in the ER who came in holding his own guts like a gunny sack
He won the knife fight
They don’t all die in the hospital😂
@@cunnelatio Situational awareness friend followed by position of advantage and you will EASILY prevail EVERYTIME! Should it ACTUALLy get to a hands on approach (i doubt it) be at the ready!
@@tedpendagast579 I would wager that vivisection is almost an equally potent deterrent as death
@@pyetr7120 they were fighting over a fish
As in who’s fish it was that one of them caught
Who was the honest one?
I dunno
Pretty ok blade. Killed 3 ninjas today and about 5 yesterday and still cuts through boxes at work.
That's the advantage of a ware resistant steel like s30v
I'm subbed to a lot of knife reviewers, I just found this channel and nick you are by far the best! Your voice is entertaining and your reviews are very informative! Great stuff!
"Stabbing people instructor"!!! Your the best Nick lol
roooofl
BirdShot IV I love your laugh
BirdShot IV *you're
Reviewing this knife without talking about it’s SD potential use is like reviewing a Porsche 911 without talking about how fast it goes.
Using a knife for self defense is a horrible idea anyways.
@@02stampede using this for self defense is more like using a Porsche as a battering ram.
When reaching into your pocket, your hand will slide along the back of the handle. The only way that your hand would slide off of the spine of the blade is if: 1 You have it set up for a lefthanded person and carry it in your front right pocket or 2 You have it set up for a righthanded person and carry it in your front left pocket.
Always appreciate your perspective! You’re one of the few reviewers that actually saves me money-“the bad” and “the ugly” often stop me from impulsively pulling the trigger. Thank you.
I just got my brother one of these as a gift on preorder. Hes the type of guy who has a bunch of knives, but none are really great.hes gonna be stoked when he gets this beast
Well done of you champ, did he like it?
The PM2 and the YJ2 both have the compression lock and similar blade stock..but the YJ, when u compare random examples, tends to have more of a glassy action ..I think the extra weight at the spine just gives the blade more momentum...but it also feels like there is a better level of finishing on the interior parts...and the detent, you can feel the detent ball tension while the blade drops shut as well...but it’s very smooth
Are there any stinkers out there?....or
I love to fart in crowded elevators.
In my training we we taught the absolute best defense against a knife is..distance. Feet don't fail me now!
That's a stellar saying. I'm going to steal that, if it's OK.
It's public domain so go for it.
throwing knives?
JOSEPH check mate 😂😂😂😂
Who is this "we we"
Going back toy your old videos and hearing your character voice still a work in progress is crazy.
Always enjoy your reviews Nick thx.
Hey I'm a new subscriber . Well this is my first video to be honest. I have to ask have you checked out the Cold Steel Talwar at all ? I have the 4" blade version. And in my opinion it blows this knife away in every way. What are your thoughts of any on the Talwar ?
Nick always brings the goods. Glad to see an EDC-focused review on the Yojimbo.
Something else that makes me lean away from the Yojimbo 2 is the fact that it IS designed as a weapon. That would be much harder to defend in court, no matter how scary the other ninja is.
Agreed. In the event of an actual self defense situation where there's even a hint of question, the DA isn't going to look kindly on your Spyderco Civilian.
"What? I just use it to open mail."
This is fair. I feel like it’s good practice to never escalate the weapons in a fight but also prepare for the worse. You want to throw some punches? Sounds fun. You pull out a knife? Well fuck I guess we’re doing this. Gun? You better be quick
Hi Nick, what can I do to make my Yojimbo 2 open easier to open, really stiff to open.
Check out my "How to Maintain your PM2" video. It's not exactly the same, but there are many similarities in how to oil and lube and adjust.
Where did you get the deep carry clip on your delica?
Would you do a disassembly video of this knife please? :)
Great looking knife. What a blade!
my yojimbo is too stiff, I cannot open it with my middle finger, any advise?
You really don’t need to be well trained to use this in self defense. It was designer for stand off and slash type things. The tip hits with all the force and does the work for you. Watch a 5 minute demonstration. Seriously is not a karambit. It’s a big box cutter.
P.
My GF just bought me one of these for my birthday after hearing me once saying I wanted one to match my fixed blade Ronin. In my excitement I had to go back and look at reviews I watched years ago. It's a piece I have had in my cart many times over the past few years but never pressed the button on. Aside from being the coolest BD present I ever got, I have to say I really dig the knife. I am not a stabbing professional either but it certainly does look competent for the role, much like my Ronin which lives in my home office work desk and has had a long career of opening envelopes and boxes. So far it is more impressive to non knife enthusiasts in a "bad ass" sort of way, than my Benchmade Fact, PM2, or anything else I got so there's that.
"it's better at venting entrails or some ridiculous mall ninja thing" xD
Hey nick can you show us how you wear your knife in you pocket? Im guessing you keep the knife more to the far left as opposed to the right like most people
Boy , you dumb.
12:07 I actually do like kerambit/hawkbill shapes for a lot of EDC stuff. Opening packages of any kind is ridiculously easy with one. It has a lot of the same advantages and trade offs as a wharncliffe, but exaggerated. I imagine blade geometry as a continuum with drop point and Persian on one end (convex edge/points back), hawkbill at the other (concave edge/points forward) and wharncliffe in the middle (straight edge).
Is this considered a gravity knife ?
This is an interesting knife. If it didn't have the weapon compromises you pointed out I'm sure it would be an even better EDC'er as it has a utility feel to it. Before you even described the design and designer me not being familiar with this knife I thought it was going to be a utilitarian style blade. Oh and it just makes me or so happy to see that Razel make a few cameos!!!!
one of my favorite..
still i do trained a bit with a knife - still the yo2 is more utility for me then defensive...
still a great knife!
Is this better than the pm2?
A couple of thougts on this. The rear detent lock thing doesnt seem a good idea,,locking from that side of the blade n all. And the concave or is it convex shape of the blade - or is it called hollow grind - well it seems itd be abit awkward to resharpen.
This knife is so badass, it’s scary! And that’s why I just ordered one. 😂
I agree, not the best EDC, but in my case it will function as one just fine!
What about the Delica "Wharncliff "? That's my new favorite edc.(serrated)
Love my spyderedge wharnie Delica!
got two yesterday, one flips well one not so but I love them so I ordered a third.
You got THREE?
Might as well order me one while you're at it
You are very funny and entertaining Nick! Thanks!
just curios how you carry your knives clipped to your pocket. I carry mine right hand tip up which puts the blade against the pocket.
I'm not a brilliant man. That's how I carry mine too, but I got turned around displaying it for the top-down camera.
Haha
I love Yojimbo. The Akira Kurosawa/Toshiro Mifune partnership was awesome.
The knife is neat too.
fatmanandschizard love your pic :)
Don't test it on a cucumber! Pork ribs would be a lot more along the lines of intended use lol.
always kinda wanted a yo2 but I'm waiting on sage 5
Nick...how do you only have 4.6 thousand subs??? you make great videos and your voice alone should bring in hundreds of subs a day
Hah, thanks muchly. I blame a conspiracy with Michael Janich, Ernie Emerson, and Cold Steel.
D M
I'm pretty sure Marfione is part of that Axis. Apologies to Benchmade.
I think its because of the voice
55k today
Best line ever Nick saying “Im not a self defense guy” LMFAO!!!!
Nick The Ninja, new Tactical knife channel?. It's got a nice ring to it.
I would be a bit concerned that the blade tip would break off if used as a edc (we all sometimes try do things we shouldn't with our knifes) and also, to me, it looks too much like one of them carpet cutters.
Thanks Nick for all your great vids.
aye!! 3k subscribers!! good job dude!
Thanks!
Well well well how far has our Nick come. About to reach 150k soon
There's a great video on youtube in which the Yojimbo designer explains this design.
Yes, it explains the features along with their purpose and, as such, how it really is a beautiful knife with a great deal of thought put into it. I love mine.
I’ve looked at this for awhile just wanted it in another steel other than s30v which is a good steel but wanted something not used on everything that’s a little easier to sharpen 😁
Not made for slicing cucumbers lol. Ment for slicing arms and necks
Hey man I love the vid! Where do you get the deep carry clip for the Delica?
+Cody McGhie Casey Lynch. Look for the review :)
I love the way you say Kaaarummbits 😂 12:12
This guy sounds like one of those old timey wise guys.
Hey nick, I have about $200 and was looking to getting either 1 nice knife or 2 decent knives. The manix 2 has my interest but it seem like a whole lot of knife, along with that been looking a a BM grip but don't want to end up paying another $60 on custom scales. I would like to hear your opion. Great video!
The Manix is a lot of knife, no doubt. But it outclasses the Grip by a mile. Maybe the PM2 or Native? Or the ZT0450?
+Nick Shabazz I have been eyeing the pm2 and a hand full of zt. thank you for your thoughts
Batman is my brother and he just gifted me this knife lol as he handed it to me he told me you reviewed this exact knife. Pretty cool.
Your review are fantastic but your voice is what draws! That voice is a blessing from God!
Nice review Nick. Nice of "Batman" for the loan ;-)
What is your favorite spiderco?
Spyderco Slysz Bowie, Delica slightly behind.
You should do every review on the internet!
Thanks for your reviews. You go to the details that are important -- both form and function issues. The format you chose (good, bad, ugly) is excellent. And on top of that you got a very refined sense of humor. About this video -- I will start to look at my Yojimbo 2 with other eyes. Congrats!
Hilarious and informative as always! Thank you Nick. As to the self-defense comments I agree and if I was going to use a knife for self-defense it'd be my K-Bar fixed blade I took home when I got out of the USMC. For self-defense I carry a firearm and OC spray instead. Folders are great for task not so much for self-defense. If a person is serious about self-defense with a knife it most always benefit them to use a fixed blade.
Agreed, however in CA (specifically southern CA) it's nigh-impossible to get a CCW (Ventura and Orange counties are getting better) and fixed blades are problematic (must carry openly and can't be carried at schools or federal buildings) so most folders 4" or less are safe.
Jesus, how big is your pocket lol. Love it
"Yo! Jimbo!!"
A Japanese name?
Good review as always. This one's on my list - there's a lot of aggressive ninja-envelopes in the allies I hang out in.
Yojimbo means bodyguard in Japanese.
Isn't Yojimbo what Jimmy Neutron's dad always said
I preordered the yo jumbo and have the yojimbo
Does everyone else in the knife community use their pocket knife for food prep? I’ve literally never done it. In years. Even camping I have a some of outdoorsy fixed blade kitchen knife.
I use my pm2 for food prep or esee 3
5:45 Nick, the way you are describing carrying this knife in the pocket would suggest that you carry it against the left seam of the right front pocket... Why would you do this??? You are always best to carry tip-up so the blade of the knife abutts the seam of the pocket... So this means that if you were to be carrying the knife in the right-front pocket of your jeans in a tip up configuration, you would carry the knife on the right side of the pocket (closest to your right side of your body.) You should carry the knife abutting the left seam (closest to your groin) this is bad.
Mine pinched me as well and believe me it gets really annoying if you use your knife a lot
Nick, you are a Ninja.......wise guy...... thanks for another fine fair balanced review.
hey Nick any plans to review a kizer rogue, looks like a cool wharncliffe
+Tom Scibelli I might convince Frankie and Bird to share theirs :)
Nick Shabazz Hey Nick I just got a yojimbo on amazon, it looks suspicious so I took it apart and it had 2 teflon washers and 2 bronze washers is that normal?
+Kj I don't recall. But honestly, I'd return, just to be safe, and avoid buying knives on Amazon.
“Poking just the tip in the box”. Was that on purpose because you used it perfectly....
Any blade play
I really love my Yojimbo 2, and I carry it alongside my MKM Voxnaes Isonzo clip point. I live in a really, really bad area, so I usually carry my Yojimbo 2 when I have to walk somewhere. My neighborhood is so bad, my rain gutters were ripped off to be scrapped by thieves. lol. So the Yojimbo 2 is very viable in my life.
Rides nicely? Man the yo was probably my least favorite in pocket ive had thus far (in my child sized jeans). I justify the superleaf by saying at least it is better than the yo lol.
I do also agree that the s30v on both yos i had was SUPER chippy
Lmao I love the " I'm not a ninja "
only thing i miss on that knife is wave feature for faster deployment, feels darn good in da hand. good review as usual mate :)
I’ve seen a few modded yojimbos with waves
does anyone know what this guy looks like?
Lol, I've got a hilarious idea in my mind that should go w the hardcore accent/voice!
Nick Shabazz-pointing out the flaws so I don’t have to waste my money and find out later. Love it keep it up
I got this knife and was shocked how good it works in edc. It really does..busting up boxes all kinds of stuff.
That knife is fantastic. It is a "specialty"...It doesn't do everything like a PM2 might. It ain't about that. I had Yojimbo2 engraved on it, in "Edwardian Script" and replaced the silver clip with a black one from a Manix. The lock and free-swinging blade make it a Joy to fondle. Plus it's so ugly, it's pretty. Just buy it. YES...the tip is needle-like and delicate SO = don't break it.
"Stabbing people instructor" lmao
Easy to conceal a folding knife but not easy to conceal my hand-built Samurai Katana, In England were not allowed a flipper knife we can't carry any knife with a locking blade, all we can carry is sub 3inch counting the tang then you have to have a good reason. The Yojimbo is a Great knife I have this one and the blacked out one, the Canis is a Great knife too
I had to fast forward to see if that was your real voice... LOL it is haha!!!!!
Audio Fella one of the reasons we sub!
I got mine chipped in the exact same place, i have also ran into people with that exact same size chip in the exact same place and they didn't know where it came from to... Coincidence???
Thin tips get chips.
I don't agree with you on blade length being too long and I do not agree with you on having a full flat grind instead of the Hollow Grind. Other than that like the review.
This is my favorite Spyderco knife of mine. It’s not my favorite every day carry, that goes to my maxamet para 3. This is my favorite unique, self defense, fidget spinner. It’s definitely not a utility knife. The tip breaks too easy. If you watch the video about Michael Janic, he explains why it’s designed how it is. It’s pretty interesting. Long story short… It’s mainly my backup to my 9 millimeter pewdiepew.
I agree with your review. I gave mine to my boss and he runs a ebay store and uses it alot. He is not a knife guy like us, but he likes having a nice knife. He loves it and it stays sharp for a long time.
Almost always agree with nick but almost every negative he pointed out on this knife are positive to me
Exelent thx
ordered.
This just came out in CruWear, HRC about 63. I just bot one.
Ive read a quote (author unknown as of roght now) that said "The loser of a knife fight dies in the street, the winner dies in the hospital".
I've always loved that quote.
Фо мейкын дыннэ!
Thanks for the review!
By the way....when the knife is in your pocket the blade width doesn't "GUIDE" your hand down to allow you to grab your wallet or phone or whatever....right handed tip-up position (how you have yours in this video) would mean the blade is up against the seem of the pocket.....making it harder, not easier, to grab said item from your pocket. Just had to correct you on that mistake. Overall i think this knife is a little much & feel like if you have one you are obviously over compensating for the lack of balls....
the Yo 2 is my EDC knife it works great . it also compliments both my Glock 19 and the S&W Shield. Don't worry fully licensed and certified instructor in most things that make people leak. ;-)
if all my college professors taught and sounded like this, I'd never fall asleep. so interesting and informative! why do I keep hearing gilbert godfried x billy crystal, haha, j/k. great video!
I love your reviews as they are very informative. With that said please bear in mind that both Yojimbo knives were designed strictly as self defense weapons, not as an edc knife for every day tasks.
Yes, I think I mentioned that I was missing the point. Remember that some people want both. I review the less weapony side.
Damn it Nick! Why must you be the Voice of Reason all the time! I (like you) have been on the fence for years with the Yo2. I love wharnies and sheepsfoots (sheepfeet?). I was hoping to be wooed by your review, but great minds think alike and you have "Nickpicked" me out of another knife I would have let sit in my drawer and not in my pocket. I love you and hate you for it. Keep it up and never do it again.
Hah, My deepest apologies! Just make sure you only fall for automatics and you'll be safe from the Nickpick!
Lol “venting entrails”...
This is more a Seax then a true Wharncliffe
It's seaxy indeed.