YoYoJam Hitman
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The Hitman is the YoYoJam signature yo-yo of Johnnie Delvalle. It is a slightly undersized wide butterfly yo-yo with large aluminum weight rings. It uses a large bearing and o-ring response system. After the success of the orignal Hitman a hybrid version was also released, which had a starburst on one side and an o-ring on the other.
| Hitman | |
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| Manufacturer | YoYoJam |
| Shape | Butterfly |
| Color | Various |
| Weight | 66 g |
| Dimensions | 2 1/8" Diameter |
| Material | Aluminium/Plastic Composite |
| Bearing size | Large YoYoJam |
| Response system | O-Ring/Starburst combination |
The Hitman is most known for its appearance at the 2003 World Yo-Yo contest. Johnnie Delvalle used the Hitman to win the single A contest, in the process introducing his revolutionary style into the main stream. His style included two completely new techniques - grinding and regeneration. Although people had previously developed regeneration techniques, nobody up to that point intentionally allowed the yo-yo to stop while performing. In addition, Johnnie performed many new slack and whip tricks during his performance, making that performance particularly notable.
[edit] Player Reviews
The Hybrid version of the Hitman is a fine yo-yo. It's shape is just right, mass distribution is good. I shaved the O-Ring and sanded the starburst down a bit. Added one thick and one thin shim. Cleaned the bearing. Plays very unresponsive. With these modifications I can recommend it as an excellent yo-yo. Definitely one of my favorites. --HB 10:29, 17 Oct 2005 (PDT)
[edit] Photos
 Side view |
 Profile |
 "Atomic Cow" Painted Hitman. Polished rims.Photo Taken By Jeffrey Pang |
 Glow in the dark paint.Photo Taken By Jeffrey Pang |
 Photo Taken By Jeffrey Pang |
 Photo Taken By Jeffrey Pang |
 An all Black Hitman (once owned by Steve Brown) |
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