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About the knife series

The Alpha knife series Alpha Güde Solingen manufactured in up to 55 manual steps – an impressive example of precision craftsmanship. Each knife is made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, forged by hand, ice-hardened, and carefully ground to ensure first-class cutting performance.The multi-riveted handle made of high-quality Hostaform® plastic guarantees optimal balance, a non-slip grip, and exceptional durability – even with intensive use.The Alpha is aimed at anyone who values the highest quality, classic design, and genuine reliability in the kitchen. There is an ideal model for every application: from the precise paring knife to the award-winning bread knife, which—like the entire series—was designed for professional requirements. With a knife from Alpha, you are investing in sustainable craftsmanship and unparalleled cooking pleasure.


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Kiritsuke Alpha

Price range: €93.00 to €154.00
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Japanese multi-purpose chef's knife with a distinctive K-Tip blade and POM handle – hand-forged in Solingen.

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Nakiri Alpha

137,00 
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Japanese vegetable knife with a classic rectangular blade and a POM handle—perfect for precise vegetable cuts.

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Alpha Chef's Knife

Price range: €120.00 to €168.00
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A versatile, hand-forged chef's knife for precise cutting of meat, fish, and vegetables.

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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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Santoku Smooth / Kulle Alpha

Price range: €126.00 to €154.00
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Hand-forged Santoku knife with a serrated edge – ideal for precise cutting of meat, fish, and vegetables.

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Chinaform Alpha Chef's Knife

165,00 
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An extremely sharp, hand-forged chef's knife for precise cutting of vegetables, meat, and more.

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Alpha Prep Knife

97,00 
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Our chef's knife with a hand-forged, extremely sharp blade—perfect for precisely cutting meat, vegetables, and fish...

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Alpha Paring Knife

Price range: €73.00 to €75.00
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Compact paring knife, ideal for precise peeling and cutting of fruits, vegetables, and herbs...

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Alpha Decorative Cutter

94,00 
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Serrated blade for decorative vegetable and fruit slices, hand-forged, extremely sharp.

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Alpha Peeling Knife

73,00 
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The Güde Alpha Güde , Alpha its curved, hand-forged blade, peels fruits and vegetables precisely, safely, and effortlessly—perfect for delicate kitchen work...

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Alpha Classic Vegetable Knife

73,00 
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Hand-forged, stainless steel vegetable knife with a pointed blade—perfect for peeling, trimming, and garnishing fruits and vegetables.

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Alpha Vegetable Knife

73,00 
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Hand-forged vegetable knife with a 9 cm blade – ideal for finely chopping and peeling vegetables and fruit.

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Alpha Tomato Knife

80,00 
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Alpha serrated Alpha cuts tomatoes, fruit, and cheese effortlessly and precisely.

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Alpha Boning Knife

Price range: €90.00 to €100.00
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Narrow, flexible blade for precise skinning and deboning of meat and poultry ...

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Alpha Filleting Knife

106,00 
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Flexible filleting knife with a narrow blade—perfect for precisely filleting fish and meat.

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Alpha Salmon Knife

Price range: €160.00 to €165.00
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Extra-narrow, long blade for slicing salmon and ham paper-thin – hand-forged, dishwasher-safe, and ideal for professionals and ambitious home cooks...

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Alpha Serrated Ham Knife

143,00 
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The serrated Güde Alpha slices ham, roast meat, and more into paper-thin slices—precisely and effortlessly, even through a tough crust.

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Alpha Ham Knife

Price range: €112.00 to €135.00
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The Güde Alpha glides smoothly through ham and roasts thanks to its hand-forged, stainless-steel blade and easy-to-clean handle—perfect for thin slices and precise portioning...

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Hacker Alpha

165,00 
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Sturdy cleaver with a ice-hardened blade – ideal for cutting through meat and bones.

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Alpha Steak Knife

77,00 
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Precision-forged and hand-sharpened: The Güde Alpha glides effortlessly through meat dishes and turns every barbecue evening into a delight...

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Alpha Porterhouse Steak Knife

93,00 
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Hand-forged steak knife with a finely serrated, ice-hardened blade for effortlessly carving meat and roasts—durable, dishwasher-safe, and perfect for enjoying a stylish steak dinner.

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Alpha Meat Fork

Price range: €97.00 to €105.00
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Hand-forged, stainless steel meat fork with a sturdy handle—perfect for carving, turning, and safely removing roasts or steaks.

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Alpha Table Knife

78,00 
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Forged table knife with a rounded blade, ideal for bread, rolls, and spreads.

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Alpha Fork

76,00 
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An elegant, sturdy fork made of stainless steel with an easy-to-clean handle—perfect for everyday use.

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Alpha Table Spoon

76,00 
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Hand-forged table spoon made of durable chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, dishwasher-safe and elegant for any table ...

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Alpha Cheese Knife

88,00 
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Hand-forged cheese knife with a perforated blade – cut with ease and serve in style...

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Alpha Hard Cheese Knife

113,00 
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Powerfully forged, hand-sharpened—for effortless, precise cutting of hard cheese.

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Shark Alpha Herb Knife

148,00 
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The hand-forged “Shark” Alpha herb knife, Alpha its curved blade, effortlessly chops and cuts herbs, vegetables, and seeds—ideal for delicate kitchen tasks.

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Alpha Sharpening Steel

107,00 
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A sturdy, medium-grit sharpening steel for knives that stay sharp—ideal for regular maintenance of high-quality kitchen knives from the Alpha...

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Oval sharpening steel

73,40 
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About Franz Güde

Franz Güde , founded in 1910 by Karl Güde Solingen, looks back on over 100 years of knife-making tradition of the highest quality. Since the beginning, the knives have been forged, sharpened, and assembled in elaborate manual steps, Solingen Güde one of the highest quality brands from Solingen . In 1923, Franz Güde took over Güde factory and introduced innovative new features, including the well-known "Güde , which is still considered the benchmark for bread knives today.Today, the company is run by the fourth generation and combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design and the highest precision.Güde impress with their first-class materials, excellent workmanship, and timeless elegance, which is why they are valued worldwide by professionals and enthusiasts alike. The Güde brand Güde not only for cutting tools, but also for genuine values such as quality, innovation, and sustainable craftsmanship from Solingen.

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The Güde Dao 1742/16 from the Alpha series combines the highest level of craftsmanship with uncompromising quality – ideal for cooking enthusiasts who are looking for something special. The hand-forged 16 cm blade made of high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel impresses with its optimal hardness (approx. 57–58 HRC) and remains permanently sharp and rust-free thanks to ice-hardened processing and double-sided grinding. The ergonomic, dishwasher-safe handle made of durable Hostaform fits comfortably and securely in the hand and enables precise and fatigue-free work – ideal for both fine cuts and chopping herbs and vegetables. With its characteristic double bolster and full tang, the Chai Dao is perfectly balanced and offers exceptional handling that meets even professional demands.The unique combination of traditional craftsmanship and functional design guarantees a long service life and a distinctive look. Experience how this knife from the Alpha series processes every ingredient with the utmost precision and enriches your kitchen. Choose uncompromising Güde – for enjoyment at the highest level.

Pro tip:

Use the Chai Dao to cut herbs, vegetables, and meat with particular precision and speed thanks to its slightly curved blade shape and rocking, even movements —ideal for fine chopping or Asian dishes. The perfect balance and secure grip allow for controlled work even during long cooking sessions, so that even demanding cutting techniques can be performed effortlessly.

The Güde Dao from the Alpha series Alpha you Alpha work powerfully and precisely at the same time: whether you are cutting crisp vegetables into fine cubes, effortlessly portioning tender meat, or chopping aromatic herbs using a rocking motion, the characteristic, high blade shape always ensures excellent control and cutting quality. Thanks to its balanced weight and special blade guide, you can quickly and safely process a wide variety of ingredients, from colorful wok vegetables to wafer-thin carpaccio.

Prices

All prices listed on the product pages include sales tax and other applicable charges.

Fast delivery

Order by 2 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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Europe €14 flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

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Sales tax on shipping costs

The flat-rate shipping fee includes sales 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 amount will be calculated during the checkout process and can only be lower—not higher—than the initial estimate.

Delivery Times & Shipping Carriers

  • For orders paid for immediately (PayPal, Sofortüberweisung, credit card), orders placed by 2:00 PM 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, there may be delays, such as when an item is unexpectedly out of stock.
  • We ship via UPS.

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

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Chai Dao Walnut

193,00 
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Wide chopping blade with walnut handle – cuts through everything from cabbage to bones.

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Chai Dao Olive

186,00 
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Traditional cleaver with an olive wood handle for powerful cutting and chopping.

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Chai Dao Barrel-Aged

193,00 
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An oak handle meets a solid blade—effortlessly chops through cabbage and pumpkin.

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Chai Dao Damask

2.402,00 
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Hand-forged Damascus knife with a desert ironwood handle — precise cutting and long-lasting sharpness.

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Chai Dao Pear

193,00 
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Authentic Chai Dao with a pear wood handle – chops with power and transfers the chopped ingredients directly to the wok.

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