TOJIRO has been making knives in Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture, since 1955 - one of Japan's dedicated metalworking cities, known for producing everything from cutlery to medical equipment with the same precision-manufacturing heritage. The Color Series is the workhorse line of the TOJIRO catalog: molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, mono construction, thin grind, and a comfortable antibacterial elastomer handle in a range of colors. These are the knives that professional kitchens reach for when they need reliable performance, easy maintenance, and a handle color that stands out on a busy line.
The 120mm petty is the most compact knife in the Color Series - sized for in-hand work, peeling, trimming, and the precise small tasks where a larger knife would be awkward. It is light and maneuverable, equally comfortable on the board and in hand - a practical addition to any knife roll as a detail knife. The red handle is bright and distinctive on a crowded line - easy to spot during busy service and a practical choice for kitchens where knife identification matters.
The steel is molybdenum vanadium stainless - a fine-grained, tough alloy widely used in commercial kitchen knives for its combination of corrosion resistance, durability, and ease of sharpening. Heat-treated to 57-59 HRC, it holds a solid working edge through sustained kitchen use and resharpens quickly on quality water stones or a ceramic rod. The thin grind improves cutting efficiency across all tasks. The antibacterial elastomer handle is dishwasher-safe in theory, but hand washing is always recommended to extend handle and blade life.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after use. Avoid the dishwasher for best longevity. Use a wood or soft synthetic cutting board. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and hard surfaces to protect the edge. Sharpen on quality water stones or a ceramic rod.Brand: TOJIRO
Line: Color Series
Location: Tsubame, Niigata, Japan
Construction: Mono Steel
Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium Stainless
HRC: 57-59
Edge Grind: Even (50/50)
Handle: Western - Antibacterial Elastomer (Red)
Knife Type: Petty
Weight: 1.6 oz (48 g)
Blade Length: 126 mm
Total Length: 232 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 1.5 mm
Blade Height: 27 mm
The 120mm petty is the most compact knife in the Color Series - sized for in-hand work, peeling, trimming, and the precise small tasks where a larger knife would be awkward. It is light and maneuverable, equally comfortable on the board and in hand - a practical addition to any knife roll as a detail knife. The red handle is bright and distinctive on a crowded line - easy to spot during busy service and a practical choice for kitchens where knife identification matters.
The steel is molybdenum vanadium stainless - a fine-grained, tough alloy widely used in commercial kitchen knives for its combination of corrosion resistance, durability, and ease of sharpening. Heat-treated to 57-59 HRC, it holds a solid working edge through sustained kitchen use and resharpens quickly on quality water stones or a ceramic rod. The thin grind improves cutting efficiency across all tasks. The antibacterial elastomer handle is dishwasher-safe in theory, but hand washing is always recommended to extend handle and blade life.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after use. Avoid the dishwasher for best longevity. Use a wood or soft synthetic cutting board. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and hard surfaces to protect the edge. Sharpen on quality water stones or a ceramic rod.
