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So, we now have the Yojimbo and the Yojumbo, a large version and a medium version. We're just missing a small version.
(or are we?)

I present to you, the "Chicagojimbo" or as I personally like to call it, the "Yojimboston." (Or maybe a shorter name would be more appropriate - 'Gojimbo or Bojimbo?) :D

This is a regular Yojimbo 2 modified by Michael Janich himself to have a 2.5" blade making it legal to carry in places like Chicago and Boston, where there are blade length restrictions of 2.5" or less. He originally made it for himself then offered it to some of his Martial Blade Concepts students and finally began doing limited batches for the public! More info can be found on 5x5 Combat Solutions website, where these modified knives are exclusively available.

I just got it but I already know I like it a lot. It allows me to, legally, carry the Yojimbo in Boston now and still provides the full size Yojimbo grip. Also, the mod itself just looks fantastic. The fit and finish is impeccable, as if it came off Spyderco's official production line like this. :spyder:

Enough talking... pictures!









A few comparison shots.

this is amazing! it should definitely be a production offering. congrats on a sweet knife!

That is a true beauty!!! Congrats!

Really interesting mod!

That looks great. An awesome mod since it retains the original size and shape of the handle.

That's different.

samdasnake wrote:That is a true beauty!!! Congrats!

ladybug93 wrote: ↑

Fri May 29, 2020 7:49 pm

this is amazing! it should definitely be a production offering. congrats on a sweet knife!

Thanks!! Something about this knife has me more excited than normal. Might be the fact that it's custom modified that appeal to me so much. I'm not sure but I really am just fascinated by this particular model.

blueblur wrote: ↑

Sat May 30, 2020 5:12 am

That looks great. An awesome mod since it retains the original size and shape of the handle.

I think so too! I've seen a number of people express interest in a small bladed knife with a full size handle. Maybe this could be a viable option for those people?

:spyder:

The small blade in an average handle reminds me of the Dodo. Very cool option for those with 2.5" restrictions.

Wow that's super cool! Thanks for sharing. If I lived in a restricted state/city I'd definitely grab one of these. I even kinda want one regardless, but I already having 2 Yojimbos it's tough to justify another.

Chicabo! :D :spyder:

I like it. It's beautiful. But if you decide to defend yourself in Chicago, based on my experience, you are much better off having FOID and CCW cards, and shoot the guy/gal. IF you use a knife to defend yourself, even against 4 to 5 guys, do not stick around for the cops. They will charge you with an Ag Assault.

i’ve really been wanting a lil native to carry at work, but i may end up with one of these instead. the more i look at it, the more i like it, and i already liked it a lot when i first saw it. thanks for letting us know about these.

Sweet.

Did a web search and found another interesting knife:

https://www.arizonacustomknives.com/c10 ... 01520.html

Wow, that mod is amazing!

Jim

Love how this knife turned out, but, I’m just glad I don’t have those restrictions!

bouhunter wrote: ↑

Sun May 31, 2020 10:58 am

Did a web search and found another interesting knife:

https://www.arizonacustomknives.com/c10 ... 01520.html

If you want to purchase the MJ custom Endura or Delica they are available exclusively from 5x5 Combat mentioned by Mushroom in the first post of the thread.

https://5x5combatsolutions.com/janich-custom

Great,but i would love the handle shortened,also.My fingers are griping the handle right on the bumps.

Dear Nick:

Thank you very much for sharing your enthusiasm for the Chicagojimbo. I'm very glad you're pleased with the workmanship and hope your knife serves you well!

Stay safe,

Mike