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About the Knife Series

The GÜDE Apple Wood combines traditional Solingen blacksmithing with exclusive design – a limited edition collaboration with the renowned gourmet magazine "Der Feinschmecker." Each knife is handmade and features an elegant apple wood handle and the distinctive gourmet logo. The series includes carefully selected knife types such as bread knives, steak knives, and Synchros that meet the highest standards in the kitchen and at the table. With its perfect balance of functionality, quality, and aesthetic design, this edition is a must-have for passionate cooks, connoisseurs, and collectors of high-quality kitchen utensils.


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Carving Knife x Gourmet

264,00 
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Precise carving of roasts and poultry with a warm applewood handle.

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Steak Knife x Gourmet

101,00 
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Applewood handle with a warm feel—perfect for cutting through steaks with ease.

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Steak Knife Set for Foodies

Price range: €209.00 to €411.00
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Practical gift sets. Applewood handle with a warm feel—perfect for cutting through steaks with ease.

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About Franz Güde

Founded in 1910 and run as a family business, Güde continues the tradition of Solingen blacksmithing: in up to 55 manual steps, experienced blacksmiths, hardeners, and grinders shape raw steel into precise blades that combine traditional techniques with modern heat treatment.

The blades are forged from hard cutting steels with a carefully incorporated core, hardened, ground several times and polished by hand. The handles, made of wood or composite material, are finely adjusted – when cutting, you can feel the perfect balance, the warm feel and the quiet precision that comes when innovation meets classic forging technology.

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The GÜDE bread knife from the exclusive, limited edition combines traditional Solingen craftsmanship with rustic charm – manufactured in up to 55 manual steps for the highest quality. The precise serrated edge cuts effortlessly through any bread crust without crushing the soft interior, while the elegant apple wood handle with gourmet logo ensures perfect balance and a comfortable feel. This hand-forged masterpiece from Solingen cutting bread every day a special experience and impresses both amateur chefs and professionals with its exceptional cutting performance. A must-have for discerning connoisseurs who value authentic quality and stylish design.

Pro Tip:

For particularly clean cuts through hard bread or crispy crusts, guide the knife with light pressure and a sawing motion —the serrated edge does almost all the work. Let the knife do the work instead of pressing down, so that the inside of the bread remains intact and you avoid unnecessary crumbs.

The gourmet bread knife with its distinctive serrated edge is your perfect companion for all types of bread – from crispy crusts to soft toast. It cuts effortlessly through oven-fresh farmhouse bread without crushing the crumb, producing even, attractive slices for your breakfast buffet or snack. The serrated edge also makes the knife the ideal tool for cakes with firm icing, stollen, or fruit bread, which you can portion precisely with it.
Used creatively, this knife can also be used to cut tomatoes, whose skin is cut without pressure thanks to the serrated edge, as well as citrus fruits for decorative slices. You can also use it to cut sandwiches in half cleanly or divide filled wraps into appetizing bites. The knife also shows its strengths when cutting shortbread or crispy puff pastry pockets without squeezing out the filling.
The warm apple wood fits comfortably in your hand and adds rustic charm to your kitchen. Whether for Sunday breakfast or preparing bruschetta for your guests, with this bread knife you can always cut with precision and style.

Prices

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Fast Delivery

Order by 2:00 p.m. → Same-day shipping!
Orders within Germany are usually delivered the next business day. International orders are also processed immediately and shipped quickly.

Delivery Areas

  • Delivery within Germany and Europe.
  • Orders outside Europe: Please use the contact form.

Shipping Costs

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Germany 5 € flat rate €50 worth of merchandise
Europe 14 € flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

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Value-Added Tax on Shipping Costs

The flat-rate shipping fee includes the statutory value-added tax. The specific tax rate depends on the items ordered and may be reduced if the order includes products subject to a reduced tax rate (e.g., books). The final calculation is made during the ordering process and can only be lower—not higher—than the amount shown, to your benefit.

Delivery Times & Shipping Carriers

  • For orders paid directly (PayPal, Sofortüberweisung, credit card), orders placed by 2:00 p.m. will be shipped the same day.
  • Germany: Delivery is usually on the next business day.
  • Europe: Delivery within 2–5 business days, depending on the country.
  • In rare cases, delays may occur, such as when an item is unexpectedly out of stock.
  • Shipping is handled by UPS.

Outside Europe

For shipments outside of Europe, please contact us using the contact form.

Special Offer!
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Weidwerk Edition Bread Knife · Limited to 25 pieces

The original price was: €449.00The current price is: 349.00 €.
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Walnut burl wood from old hunting rifle stocks, 32 cm serrated blade—a bread knife with a story. Only 25 available.

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Briccole Bread Knife

Price range: €288.00 to €330.00
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Bread knife with a serrated edge... Briccole wood meets Solingen!

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Alpha Bread Knife

Price range: €124.00 to €281.00
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Classic bread knife with a pointed serrated edge—effortlessly cuts through hard crusts and soft crumb.

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Olive Bread Knife

Price range: €151.00 to €282.00
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Serrated edge and olive wood—perfect for crispy crusts and soft bread.

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Walnut Bread Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Serrated edge with a crispy crust, walnut handle for a warm grip—perfect slices without losing any crumbs.

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Synchros Oak Bread Knife

Price range: €298.00 to €338.00
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Wavy edge meets smoked oak—cuts through crusts perfectly and feels warm in your hand.

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Balkhauser Kotten Bread Knife

Price range: €257.00 to €299.00
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A serrated blade meets historic waterwheel wood—precise cuts through crispy crusts without leaving any crumbs.

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Kappa Bread Knife

138,00 
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The serrated edge precisely cuts through crispy crusts, and the ergonomic handle ensures even slices.

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Caminada Bread Knife

Price range: €214.00 to €360.00
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Bread knife with a fine serrated edge—cuts cleanly through bread, roasts, and more…

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Damascus Bread Knife

6.084,00 
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The Damascus bread knife, with its extra-long blade and sharp serrated edge, cuts through any crust with ease.

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Bruyere Bread Knife

336,00 
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Synchros Bread Knife

Price range: €298.00 to €338.00
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Wavy-edged blades meet Mediterranean olive wood—crisp crusts become perfect slices.

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Delta Bread Knife

212,00 
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Hand-sharpened serrated edge and smoked oak for precise slicing without losing any crumbs.

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Pear-Shaped Bread Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Serrated edge for perfectly sliced vegetables; pear wood handle with distinctive grain for stylish cutting.

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Bread Knife, Oak Handle

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Wavy edge with a crispy crust; an oak handle that feels naturally warm in the hand.

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Acacia Wood Bread Knife

257,00 
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