MKM Ben Petersen Yipper EDC knife: first impressions, torture tests, & disassembly/reassembly

[@CuttingBoardRx]

My opinion: this is a superb competitor to mini Bugout, Bel Air, Deka, and Kizer. Everything is better! Incredible!

[@stewart7719]

i have questions

[@daver6564]

Love the 945, it’s always in my pocket. This looks like a wonderful edc.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Precisely! It’s been in my back pocket for a week!

[@luisnouel4268]

I like this little knife. I'm going to buy it. Thanks for the video!!

[@CuttingBoardRx]

I recommend this over BM 537/945, KAI Bail Air, and even Hogue Deka. The only knife that still competes with Yipper is Spy Manix 2 LW

[@bankuei]

Thank you for this review! I'm on the lookout for 3 inch and under blades so I'll be very interested if you do more videos on office EDC options.

[@michaelarellano8632]

The WIUG symbols stands for what is up guys, like Ben Petersen says in the clip you used of him.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Aha! Thanks! So when I design a knife, I should emboss HTKPHL&G on the blade? 😆

[@mel87123]

Ummm...what?

[@CuttingBoardRx]

@@mel87123 hi there, knife people hello Lady and gentlemen

[@mel87123]

🤣

[@jlogue751]

Italian 940 designed by Ben Peterson?...I'm in!!

[@CuttingBoardRx]

I hear you! It’s more like a 945 Mini Oz but yeah, it blows Kershaw Belair right out of the water! It’s more like Deka on steroids 😃

[@MrBowser2012]

I really like that one! I have no restrictions whatsoever when it comes to blade length so I’d prefer a bit longer handle/blade but that’s a winner for a small knife. Great review!

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Thanks! It’s been at the office with me whole week!

[@sjohnson4882]

Reminds me mostly of a ProTech Malibu tanto style. A bit smaller than the Malibu.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Malibu is more ergonomic being a mid sized knife. This one is more robust though especially the lock.

[@enriquescott2983]

First of all I really enjoy your reviews I have subscribed and yes my Kaiser's look just like that when I received both of my kaisers I had to adjust the Omega springs that's what I do to my lubricating I don't dare to take anything else apart

[@isaiahtorrez7611]

You should compare the Yipper to the Civivi Vision FG very identical

[@bearlynormalwetshaver1894]

They state blade steel hardness between 61 -63. I wonder how good its edge retention will be.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

I think it’s actually right at 63 or even harder. Perfect range for magnacut!

[@arg1606]

thanks for the review friend, have seen in some places that the blade has a design flaw because it hits the screw when you fold it strong enough ruining the edge in the long run, is it the case for you?

[@deving3370]

The Sencut Scepter is basically a budget version of this. There is also an Ozark Trail that is a super budget version.

[@benwatson6700]

Does yours have the issue of the blade contacting the barrel spacer? I have been seeing this being mentioned quite a bit. Not sure if it is all of just some of the the first run.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Mine had zero issues but they did occur on early knives. The company admitted it. The fixed it by swapping in larger thumb studs.

[@benwatson6700]

@@CuttingBoardRx Awesome! I saw where they were talking about that as a possible fix but not that it had been implemented. Thanks for that info.

[@mel87123]

How difficult is it to sharpen the curved tip of that little EDC?

[@CuttingBoardRx]

I think it’s actually easier than 945 Osborne bc there’s more space to clamp it into the Work Sharp Precision Adjust that I use.

[@Hungrybird474]

Fixed angle all the way for a perfect “v” edge . Hand sharpening tends to convex the bevel and probably tougher for sure actually . I like covex edges on my thicker cold steel type blades

[@Mr.Schmel]

Hey, I have a question about this knife. I am looking for a new EDC knife, and I can't decide between the MKM Yipper and the Civivi Sendy. I know the Yipper has a way better steel, but would it be worth all that extra money when Nitro-V is fine enough for what I personally need it to do?

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Apparently I lacked out with the Yipper some folks had a major issue with blade hitting the back spacers when flick-closing. I’d stay away from it if I were you.

[@Mr.Schmel]

​@@CuttingBoardRxThank you for your response

[@Hungrybird474]

The $129 manix 2 Rex 45 seems pretty good and I seen balde hq has a m4 in mint green handle . Pretty much the same but the acoustics with a tightened pivot are smooth and sounds so cool on my version . I love it . I roll edges all the time when I should have grabbed a utility knife blade and didn’t 😂

[@GerstBladeworks]

I love the Italians style , like really really love it but their execution on heat treats with some modern steels, specifically Magnacut is subpar. Also, I don’t think I have ever had an Italian knife with *wonderful* action, only mediocre. How do you like the action on the yipper?

[@CuttingBoardRx]

My and your lucky day: I got two questions for the price of one, and you got a hardness test on a portable tester that I just got yesterday! 59.6 HRC 😁 So about the action: mine is just perfect. But! Read some of the comments below. There was a bad batch. MKM fixed the issue by enlarging the thumb studs to serve as the stop in closed position.

[@GerstBladeworks]

@@CuttingBoardRx That’s cool you got a hardness tester! I have to go down to the local machine shop to use my friends, luckily I have a “hook up” because he works there. Also, I don’t know if you saw it or not but I left a comment on one of your other videos about what pants you were wearing , I know it’s a bit odd to ask lol 😝 but the ones that have the pocket protectors in them, what brand and model are they ? I’m looking for something just like them .

[@CuttingBoardRx]

@@GerstBladeworks I replied to your question, but KZbin has a known issue with comments being delayed. Wrangler Technician $28 Walmart. I have 4 pairs now 😁 Works best with Ozark Trail knives 😂🤣

[@GerstBladeworks]

@@CuttingBoardRx 😆 apologies then, I didn’t see it or get a notification for it. I appreciate the reply !

[@NonScientificBladeTesting]

I am surprised about your evaluation of mkm to be honest. Maybe they have changed but i will never buy a knife from italy again sadly. I have had an mkm clap in m390 with horrible geometry and m390 so soft it wouldnt take an edge. I have also had a Spyopera produced by lionsteel same issue. I also had a mkm malga in magnacut but the fit and finish was just not up to the price. Only decent experience i have had was the Fox vulpis in m390 which was hardened to about 60 i would guess from feel

[@RamZar50]

- Yipper should be compared to Mini Bugout, BM 945, Bel Air and Hogue Ritter Mini RSK. All have the Crossbar Lock. - Yipper is $13 less than Mini Bugout plus it gives you G-10 over plastic and MagnaCut over S30V. - I’ve heard of issues with the Yipper’s blade hitting the barrel spacer and slightly denting the blade edge.

[@sharkbate3]

Pretty sure the mark on the blade is ben's maker's mark, meaning "What's Up Guys"

[@Hectorszenshopedc]

MKM is my bandwagon lol

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Not a bad wagon to jump on!

[@stewart7719]

I have questions

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Ask away!

[@stewart7719]

@@CuttingBoardRx how can i contact you

[@CuttingBoardRx]

@@stewart7719 email in channel description

[@stewart7719]

@@CuttingBoardRx I did. Read it

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Are you the one asking about Medford?

[@ninemimesleft]

Are there no lefties in Italy or something?

[@RyanWaldroop]

The Yipper is ambi

[@bill64gr]

Mini bugout is better overall as light hard knife except the fragile to lower angles S30 and price...

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Good points!

[@ElonaldTrusk]

Inheriting a job/destiny does NOT mean someone will be passionate about the work... It can often mean quite the opposite. Id prefer to buy from people who SEEK the craft and DESIRE to be great at it. The only knife ive bought from maniago was a lionsteel/spyderco collab called the lionspy, and i was disappointed. I think ill pick up a yipper though... Being a fan of the deka, this looks like something I'll definitely carry often!!

[@mel87123]

That is an interesting take and a good point. Generational experience likely provides a huge benefit to those who inherit a trade from ancestors...but only if the pride, talent, and work ethic are there. Lack of experience often shows in newbie designs. Sometimes the design is innovative but the engineering and execution are crap.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

I don’t entirely agree. If somebody’s father is a great fisherman, that person is very likely to be a good fisherman as well. That’s part learned behaviour part genetic. Obviously not every sibling in such family, will inherit the skill and passion for fishing, but some transference is very likely. Besides, to work in one of these shops, a kid would have to go through full up apprenticeship, unlike somebody hired off the street at a minimum wage.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

The more I think about your point the less I agree with it. I’ve been to Italy several times I visited a city that is specialising in carving cameos. I did not notice anybody being disappointed in their jobs even though they carve cameos days in and out. Hereditary pride is nothing to sneeze at. Something American knife makers should be considering when selecting location And training their workforce. Example: the shitty craftsmanship of Medford knives vs. CRK guild-level perfection

[@ElonaldTrusk]

@@CuttingBoardRx I'm speaking from experience. Passion will always be a better motivator than "well, my dad and his dad did it". Yes, growing up with accumulated knowledge being dropped in your lap is an advantage, but it doesn't improve ones natural skill or passion to be great. Is a person inherently better at clock making because they're swiss? No... But the accumulated experience and knowledge is available to them if they yearn to learn. We have KZbin now ... And China has cnc tech.... Saying a knife is better than another because of a country of origin is beyond ignorant at this point.

[@ElonaldTrusk]

@@CuttingBoardRx btw Id rather EDC a boat anchor while underwater welding than carry a Medford.

[@NicolTina-q5p]

Nathanial Glen

[@CuttingBoardRx]

@@NicolTina-q5p thanks for subscribing!

[@richardvirchow3390]

That’s a very desirable knife, I like the blade shape and knife’s silhouette..!

[@CuttingBoardRx]

It’s very easy to carry and use especially around non-knife people.

[@Hungrybird474]

I wonder if the yippur is short for yom kippur? It’s a Jewish holiday I believe .

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement, the Highest Hebrew holiday of the year and the most somber one. I doubt there’s any connection.

[@21_Cabbage_]

Pretty boring design, but that is exactly what I expect from Ben Peterson

[@CuttingBoardRx]

It is a traditional design for sure! Yet the execution leaves all of the US companies that make xbar locks in the dust. They should apprentice in Maniago

[@mel87123]

Gondolier🙂

[@davidpm9874]

Ragazzi means boys, RAGAZZE means girls.

[@CuttingBoardRx]

Grassy!