Mini Yojimbo Prototype ?

[northern munkey]

Sorry if this has already been answered, just asking for handle length, as here in NZ for carry on luggage and in city's the rule is a handle of no more than 95mm (3.7"). It would be an ideal edc for me here if it fits within this rule. I carry a lil' native for this purpose.

[Stuart Ackerman]

Northern Munkey...
If you look at the proto image, and measure the blade length of 2.5 inches against the scales, it might be just a tad under the NZ legal requirement?

[Dodge]

Gonna have to add this to the short list and start saving.

[Bolster]

There’s still no MiniJimbo with a blade length of 2.99” for jurisdictions where there are such limitations.

There is the original Yojimbo 1 that has a blade length of about 2.9" -- it just isn't mini, it has a very large handle! I've always wanted to convert it into a smaller handled knife...the YoJimBob.

[Cheddarnut]

Im going to rob a bank with a spoon to balance things out a bit.

[RamZar]

There’s still no MiniJimbo with a blade length of 2.99” for jurisdictions where there are such limitations.

There is the original Yojimbo 1 that has a blade length of about 2.9" -- it just isn't mini, it has a very large handle! I've always wanted to convert it into a smaller handled knife...the YoJimBob.

Yes. Spyderco changed the blade length from 2.875" (73mm) on the original Yojimbo to 3.20" (81mm) on Yojimbo2.

It would be nice if we had models for various common legal blade lengths: 2.49” (63mm), 2.99” (76mm), 3.49” (88mm) and 3.99” (101mm).

The reason for say a blade length of 2.99” is because some jurisdictions say the blade length must be under 3 inches and some say the blade length cannot be more than 3 inches.

[Mushroom]

We will have that with the introduction of the Microjimbo. A 2.49” blade easily fits under a 3” limit.

[RamZar]

We will have that with the introduction of the Microjimbo. A 2.49” blade easily fits under a 3” limit.

Yes but if the limit in my area is under 3 inches I want a blade length as close to 2.99” as possible. That’s why I go for Chaparral or Native5.

[Bolster]

It would be nice if we had models for various common legal blade lengths: 2.49” (63mm), 2.99” (76mm), 3.49” (88mm) and 3.99” (101mm).

The reason for say a blade length of 2.99” is because some jurisdictions say the blade length must be under 3 inches and some say the blade length cannot be more than 3 inches.

Sounds like a good idea to me! This is off topic but, how does one officially measure the length of a blade, especially if you're going to two digits after the decimal? I'm looking at a Yo1 as we speak, and because the front of the handle is curved, there are various measurements that can be taken.

I'd want the blade shy enough of the legal maximum that a power-crazy prosecutor out to "make his bones" didn't "round up" to an illegal length.

[RamZar]

It would be nice if we had models for various common legal blade lengths: 2.49” (63mm), 2.99” (76mm), 3.49” (88mm) and 3.99” (101mm).

The reason for say a blade length of 2.99” is because some jurisdictions say the blade length must be under 3 inches and some say the blade length cannot be more than 3 inches.

Sounds like a good idea to me! This is off topic but, how does one officially measure the length of a blade, especially if you're going to two digits after the decimal? I'm looking at a Yo1 as we speak, and because the front of the handle is curved, there are various measurements that can be taken.

I'd want the blade shy enough of the legal maximum that a power-crazy prosecutor out to "make his bones" didn't "round up" to an illegal length.

The standard for blade length measurement is:

“Where a statute, regulation or ordinance refers to knife blade length, the measurement shall be the straight line extending from the tip of the blade to the forward-most aspect of the hilt or handle.”

[Bolster]

The standard for blade length measurement is:

“Where a statute, regulation or ordinance refers to knife blade length, the measurement shall be the straight line extending from the tip of the blade to the forward-most aspect of the hilt or handle.”

Excellent. Did not know. Thanks! By that measurement the Yo 1 is just 2-3/4".

[northern munkey]

Northern Munkey...
If you look at the proro image, and measure the blade length of 2.5 inches against the scales, it might be just a tad under the NZ legal requirement?

Kia ora Stuart, fingers crossed as it would be a great travel companion (I really like this knife)

[RamZar]

Michael Janich on his upcoming MicroJimbo at 11:56 time mark.

https://youtu.be/djfaFkiBXfc

[p_atrick]

Yes but if the limit in my area is under 3 inches I want a blade length as close to 2.99” as possible. That’s why I go for Chaparral or Native5.

It's not the same knife, but the Lil' Temperance 3 LW is fantastic. You get the blade length you need with a nearly maximized cutting edge. I was pleasantly surprised by that model. Of course, there are well-documented reasons why many will likely pass on the model.

[RamZar]

Hope to get some specs filled in (highlighted):

• Overall Length: ?
• Blade Length: 2.5”
• Cutting Edge: ?
• Blade Thickness: ?
• Blade Material: CPM-S30V
• Blade Style: Wharncliffe
• Grind: Full Flat
• Finish: Satin
• Edge Type: Plain
• Handle Length: ?
• Handle Material: G-10
• Color: Black
• Frame/Liner: Steel
• Weight: ?
• User: Right Hand, Left Hand
• Pocket Clip Tip-Up, Tip-Down
• Opener: Thumb Hole
• Lock Type: Compression Lock
• Designer: Michael Janich
• Country of Origin: USA

[cabfrank]

I have been wondering about the weight also. I assume it's close to the Lil Native (2.5 oz), but...

[RamZar]

I got the additional specs (highlighted in yellow) for the MicroJimbo prototype from Michael Janich. Please be aware that the final specs for the regular production version may or may not vary slightly.

• Overall Length: 6.18“
• Blade Length: 2.5”
• Cutting Edge: 2.17”
• Blade Thickness: 0.145”
• Blade Material: CPM-S30V
• Blade Style: Wharncliffe
• Grind: Full Flat
• Finish: Satin
• Edge Type: Plain
• Handle Length: 3.80”
• Handle Material: G-10
• Color: Black
• Frame/Liner: Steel
• Weight: 3.1 oz
• User: Right Hand, Left Hand
• Pocket Clip Tip-Up, Tip-Down
• Opener: Thumb Hole
• Lock Type: Compression Lock
• Designer: Michael Janich
• Country of Origin: USA

[cabfrank]

Thanks. I imagine the production version specs will be close. It's a bit heavier than I guessed, but I really like the design.

[V1.5]

Yep pretty much an instant buy when it's released. I like the evolution of the design. I love my Yojimbo 1 & 2.

[max808]

At the risk of violating forum protokol, just look at the blade centering on this puppy...