The Tojiro Color Chef Knife 240mm Black is a practical, professional-grade Japanese chef knife built for daily kitchen work. This knife is part of Tojiro’s Color Series, a popular line of easy-care kitchen knives made in Tsubame, Niigata, Japan. The 240mm blade gives you extra length and reach for high-volume prep, making it a great choice for slicing, chopping, and general chef knife work on the line or at home.
The blade is made from molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, a tough and reliable alloy that offers good corrosion resistance, easy sharpening, and solid edge life. At 57-59 HRC, it is hard enough to hold a useful working edge but not so hard that it becomes fussy or difficult to maintain. The mono-steel construction and thin grind help the knife move cleanly through vegetables, proteins, and herbs without feeling heavy or clunky.
The black antibacterial elastomer handle is comfortable, durable, and easy to clean. It gives the knife a clean, professional look while still offering the benefits of the Color Series handle system. This is a good option for cooks who want a Tojiro gyuto or Japanese chef knife with low-maintenance stainless steel and a simple, understated handle color.
This 240mm size is especially useful for cooks who prefer a longer chef knife for bigger prep jobs. It has enough blade length to handle cabbage, squash, roasts, large onions, and other larger ingredients while still being nimble enough for everyday kitchen tasks. If you are looking for a dependable Tojiro kitchen knife that can work hard without needing special care, this one is a strong choice.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after use. While the handle is designed for commercial kitchen use, we recommend avoiding the dishwasher to extend the life of both the blade and handle. Use a wood or soft synthetic cutting board. Avoid cutting bones, frozen foods, hard squash stems, or other hard materials that can damage the edge. Maintain the edge with a ceramic rod or quality water stones.
Brand: Tojiro Line: Color Series Item Code: F-257BK Knife Type: Chef Knife / Gyuto Blade Length: 240mm Total Length: 375mm Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium Stainless Steel Construction: Mono Steel HRC: 57-59 Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Handle: Black Antibacterial Elastomer Made in Tsubame, Niigata, Japan
The blade is made from molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, a tough and reliable alloy that offers good corrosion resistance, easy sharpening, and solid edge life. At 57-59 HRC, it is hard enough to hold a useful working edge but not so hard that it becomes fussy or difficult to maintain. The mono-steel construction and thin grind help the knife move cleanly through vegetables, proteins, and herbs without feeling heavy or clunky.
The black antibacterial elastomer handle is comfortable, durable, and easy to clean. It gives the knife a clean, professional look while still offering the benefits of the Color Series handle system. This is a good option for cooks who want a Tojiro gyuto or Japanese chef knife with low-maintenance stainless steel and a simple, understated handle color.
This 240mm size is especially useful for cooks who prefer a longer chef knife for bigger prep jobs. It has enough blade length to handle cabbage, squash, roasts, large onions, and other larger ingredients while still being nimble enough for everyday kitchen tasks. If you are looking for a dependable Tojiro kitchen knife that can work hard without needing special care, this one is a strong choice.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after use. While the handle is designed for commercial kitchen use, we recommend avoiding the dishwasher to extend the life of both the blade and handle. Use a wood or soft synthetic cutting board. Avoid cutting bones, frozen foods, hard squash stems, or other hard materials that can damage the edge. Maintain the edge with a ceramic rod or quality water stones.
