PPT or Yojimbo 2 - which do you prefer?

[SpyderScout]

I like both knives.

Im not a collector in the sense, that I dont buy all variations of one pattern and stick them in the safe.

I buy my knives to use and as I would hate to be without at least one of my favorite knives, I bought a spare of some of my favorites.

When first I handled a PPT, I thought it couldnt get much better.

It then was pushdd from use by a Southard. Have to get one more of those as a spare.

With a bunch of different Spyderco knives, I then later bought a Yojimbo 2. Its ergos are great.

I honestly cant say, Id pick the PPT over the Yojimbo or vice versa.

I like them both equally.

Anybody else got one of these ... ?

[Sjucaveman]

I don't have a ppt but had a street bowie and didn't care for the feel in hand at all so I returned it. I have a yojimbo 2 and find it fits in the hand awesomely.

[phaust]

Yo2 by far

[SpyderScout]

I don't have a ppt but had a street bowie and didn't care for the feel in hand at all so I returned it. I have a yojimbo 2 and find it fits in the hand awesomely.

I heartedly recommend the PPT.

The Street Bowie.... and the Street Beat ... are amongst my favorite production fixed knives.

I find, I have a very positive grip due to the 'Perrin divot' and really like the design.

Very positive grip.

Ive never seen a Perrin knife, I didnt like.

Now, if only Spyderco would make a Street Bowie with the upscale handle of the Street Beat.

"But it will cost more."

I dont care, I would just like one - is it too much to ask!! :D :D :D

[SpyderScout]

Yo2 by far

Aaaand whyy ... ? :)

[Hopweaver]

Yojimbo lock would pinch my finger. Sold it. Still have the PPT original, DLC Sprint, and CF Sprint.

[SpyderScout]

Yojimbo lock would pinch my finger. Sold it. Still have the PPT original, DLC Sprint, and CF Sprint.

I dont get pinched (or rather cant say, that it hasnt happened but its no problem).

Maybe if an owner took down the lock a bit, it wouldnt be a problem.

The lock part against which one presses with the finger of course - not any vital locking part.

There seems to be plenty of material there, to ensure positive 'unlocking'/closing of the blade.

[Evil D]

Yo 2 because I like the handle better. I would be very interested in a Yo 2 with just a wee bit of belly similar to a Delica or Manix 2 though, that would be the best of both worlds.

[SpyderScout]

Yo 2 because I like the handle better.

Yes, the Yojimbo has great ergonomics.

I would be very interested in a Yo 2 with just a wee bit of belly similar to a Delica or Manix 2 though, that would be the best of both worlds.

It is straight as an arrow - thats what makes it a great cardboard slicer though :-)

Id assume, even a little bit of belly would mean a major re-design due to the existing design.

[Evil D]

It is straight as an arrow - thats what makes it a great cardboard slicer though :-)

Id assume, even a little bit of belly would mean a major re-design due to the existing design.

Oh I love the wharnie as is but the handle design is so good it's a shame to not make other versions of it. It would be great for a more general purpose shaped blade, basically like the PPT.

[SpyderScout]

I agree; the Yojimbo shape is pretty awesome - Id like to see its influence in other Spyderco knife models as well.

But the question is, if its too weird a shape for most (Spyderco) buyers.

I remember my own thoughts prior to buying; I found it odd looking - but took a chance and couldnt be happier.

In fact, I find it rakish looking. Ergos, as mentioned, are great.

I went from finding it odd to liking it a lot but have a sneaking suspecion, that many find it ungainly just from looking at it.

Then again, I do suppose the Yojimbo must sell well, as its still made and with the sprint run and all.

I need a Ronin BTW :-)

[MichaelScott]

The Perrin is like a renaissance expression of a knife. The Yojimbo looks like it was stolen from a Klingon garage sale. I like it.

[vivi]

I like the Yojimbo 2 better for being lighter, having more cutting edge, having more handle visible when clipped to a pocket, and being comp lock instead of frame lock. I carry the Ronin 2 every week and it's a great EDC.

I'd take the steeet beat over them both :)

[SpyderScout]

The Perrin is like a renaissance expression of a knife. The Yojimbo looks like it was stolen from a Klingon garage sale. I like it.

Dont know what to say to that :eek:

.....except maybe you are right :)

The PPT has a touch of seax to boot.

[SpyderScout]

I like the Yojimbo 2 better for being lighter, having more cutting edge, having more handle visible when clipped to a pocket, and being comp lock instead of frame lock. I carry the Ronin 2 every week and it's a great EDC.

I'd take the steeet beat over them both :)

The Street Beat is a fantastic knife and one of my favorites.

That being said, I need to get a Ronin 2.

Price isnt bad and its blade is a tad longer than the Yojimbo 2.

Also thinner than the Yojimbo 2 in both blade and handle.

[spyderwolf]

PPT because its ffg-and i also love Perrins designs.
I love the ergos on the Y2,but i realy hate the hollow ground.

[Eli Chaps]

Sorry but I'm not very familiar with the PPT but I notice the top blade has a very different ricasso compared to the one below it and no spider. Different versions over the year?

Also, thanks for posting pics of knives that obviously get used!

[SpyderScout]

PPT because its ffg-and i also love Perrins designs.
I love the ergos on the Y2,but i realy hate the hollow ground.

I like FFG blades as well.

But for its intended purpose, I guess the grind of the Yojimbo makes a lot of sense.

Both are mean cardboard box cutters :D

[SpyderScout]

Sorry but I'm not very familiar with the PPT but I notice the top blade has a very different ricasso compared to the one below it and no spider. Different versions over the year?

Also, thanks for posting pics of knives that obviously get used!

Well spotted. The PPT has been thinned out even further after it left the factory - not a Spyderco job.


Thx.
My knives are mostly users but of the ones pictured, I like to keep one as a spare, as I like them all and wouldnt want to be without at least one.

The bottom two have oil and dust on them. Should have wiped them for the pic.

[Eli Chaps]

Sorry but I'm not very familiar with the PPT but I notice the top blade has a very different ricasso compared to the one below it and no spider. Different versions over the year?

Also, thanks for posting pics of knives that obviously get used!

Well spotted. The PPT has been thinned out even further after it left the factory - not a Spyderco job.


Thx.
My knives are mostly users but of the ones pictured, I like to keep one as a spare, as I like them all and wouldnt want to be without at least one.

The bottom two have oil and dust on them. Should have wiped them for the pic.

Cool. I bet that thinned one is a slicing beast.