The Yojimbo 2’s more refined design—backed by Janich’s relentless promotion of the Wharncliffe as a tactical blade profile—have helped it earn a solid place in Spyderco’s product line. Since it was purpose-designed as a self-defense knife, the live-blade version was joined by a dedicated trainer model in 2017. In an interesting example of “reverse evolution”—and with the help of custom knifemaker Mickey Yurco—the Yojimbo 2 also inspired a near-identical fixed-blade counterpart, the Ronin 2.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 3.20″
• Closed Length: 4.49″
• Overall Length: 7.69″
• Cutting Edge: 3.00″
• Blade Thickness: 0.145″
• Blade Material: CPM-S30V Stainless Steel
• Blade Style: Wharncliffe
• Blade Grind: Hollow
• Blade Finish: Satin
• Blade Edge: Plain
• Handle Material: G10
• Handle Colors: Black
• Locking Mechanism: Compression Lock
• Pocket Clip: Tip-Up/Down, Right/Left Carry
• Model Number: C85GP2
• Model Name: Yojimbo 2
• Weight: 4.1 oz.
• Designer: Michael Janich
• Made in the USA