Some tasks call for less knife, not more. Peeling, trimming, segmenting citrus, working around bones on smaller cuts — these are jobs where a shorter blade gives more control than reach, and where a light knife in hand makes a real difference across a long prep session. The Tojiro PRO 120mm petty is built for exactly that kind of work, bringing the same steel and construction standards of the full PRO line into the most compact format in the series.
Like its 150mm counterpart, this knife is built on a VG-10 stainless steel core clad in 13-chrome stainless steel — a pairing that keeps the edge sharp and the blade corrosion resistant without demanding extra maintenance. The double bevel grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. At 120mm and just 75g the knife is genuinely light and easy to maneuver, which makes it the stronger choice for cooks whose work at this size leans toward precision over utility. Where the 150mm petty can pull double duty as a short slicer, the 120mm stays focused — detail cuts, garnish work, and any task where control at the tip matters most. The tornado pattern all-stainless handle keeps the grip secure in wet or greasy conditions and cleans up quickly, consistent with the hygienic construction found throughout the PRO series.
Care Instructions: VG-10 stainless steel is easy to care for and holds up well under daily professional use. Hand wash and dry after each use and keep the knife out of the dishwasher, which shortens edge life over time. Avoid hard bones and frozen foods. Sharpen on quality water stones as needed and strop regularly to keep the edge performing between sessions.
Like its 150mm counterpart, this knife is built on a VG-10 stainless steel core clad in 13-chrome stainless steel — a pairing that keeps the edge sharp and the blade corrosion resistant without demanding extra maintenance. The double bevel grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. At 120mm and just 75g the knife is genuinely light and easy to maneuver, which makes it the stronger choice for cooks whose work at this size leans toward precision over utility. Where the 150mm petty can pull double duty as a short slicer, the 120mm stays focused — detail cuts, garnish work, and any task where control at the tip matters most. The tornado pattern all-stainless handle keeps the grip secure in wet or greasy conditions and cleans up quickly, consistent with the hygienic construction found throughout the PRO series.
Care Instructions: VG-10 stainless steel is easy to care for and holds up well under daily professional use. Hand wash and dry after each use and keep the knife out of the dishwasher, which shortens edge life over time. Avoid hard bones and frozen foods. Sharpen on quality water stones as needed and strop regularly to keep the edge performing between sessions.
- Brand: Tojiro
- Location: Niigata, Japan
- Construction: San Mai
- Core Steel: VG-10
- Cladding: 13-Chrome Stainless Steel
- Handle: 18-8 Stainless Steel
- Edge Grind: Double Bevel
- Blade Length: 120mm
- Total Length: 225mm
- Weight: 75g (2.6 oz)
