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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 characteristic 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 classic rectangular blade and POM handle – perfect for precise vegetable cutting.

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Alpha chef's knife

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

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Bread knife Alpha

Price range: € 124.00 to € 281.00
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Classic bread knife with pointed serrated edge - effortless cutting of hard crusts and soft insides.

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Santoku smooth / Kulle Alpha

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

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Chef's knife Chinaform Alpha

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

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Alpha preparation knife

97,00 
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Our preparation knife with a hand-forged, extremely sharp blade - perfect for precise cutting of meat, vegetables and fish...

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Larding knife Alpha

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

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Alpha multicolored cutting knife

94,00 
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Serrated blade for decorative pieces of fruit and vegetables, hand-forged, extremely sharp.

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Alpha paring knife

73,00 
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The Güde Alpha paring knife with curved, hand-forged blade peels fruit and vegetables precisely, safely and effortlessly - perfect for fine kitchen work...

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Vegetable knife classic Alpha

73,00 
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Hand-forged, stainless vegetable knife with a pointed blade - ideal for peeling, cleaning and decorating fruit and vegetables.

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Alpha paring knife

73,00 
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Hand-forged paring knife with 9 cm blade - ideal for finely slicing and peeling vegetables and fruit.

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Tomato knife Alpha

80,00 
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Alpha tomato knife with serrated edge cuts tomatoes, fruit and cheese effortlessly and precisely.

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Boning knife Alpha

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

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Fillet knife Alpha

106,00 
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Flexible filleting knife with a narrow blade - perfect for precise filleting of fish and meat.

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Salmon knife Alpha

Price range: € 160.00 to € 165.00
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Extra narrow, long blade for wafer-thin slicing of salmon and ham - hand-forged, dishwasher-safe and ideal for professionals and ambitious amateur chefs...

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Ham knife serrated Alpha

143,00 
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The serrated Güde Alpha ham knife cuts wafer-thin slices of ham, roasts and more - precisely, effortlessly, even with a firm crust.

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Alpha ham knife

Price range: € 112.00 to € 135.00
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The Güde Alpha ham knife glides precisely through ham and roasts thanks to its hand-forged, stainless steel blade and easy-care handle - perfect for fine slices and exact portioning...

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Hacker Alpha

165,00 
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Robust cleaver with ice-hardened blade - ideal for cutting meat and bones.

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Alpha steak knife

77,00 
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Precision-forged and hand-sharpened: the Güde Alpha steak knife glides smoothly through meat dishes and makes every barbecue evening a pleasure...

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Porterhouse steak knife Alpha

93,00 
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Hand-forged steak knife with finely serrated, ice-hardened blade for effortless portioning of meat and roasted meat - durable, dishwasher-safe, ideal for stylish steak enjoyment.

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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 robust handle - perfect for carving, turning and safely removing roasts or steaks.

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Table knife Alpha

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

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Fork Alpha

76,00 
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Elegant, robust fork made of stainless knife steel with an easy-care handle - ideal for everyday use.

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Alpha table spoon

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

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Alpha cheese knife

88,00 
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Hand-forged cheese knife with perforated blade - effortless cutting and stylish serving...

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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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Herb knife Shark Alpha

148,00 
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The hand-forged "Shark" Alpha herb knife with curved blade weighs and cuts herbs, vegetables and seeds effortlessly - ideal for fine kitchen work.

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Alpha sharpening steel

107,00 
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Robust, medium-fine sharpening steel for permanently sharp knives - ideal for regular care of high-quality kitchen knives from the Alpha...

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Sharpening steel oval

73,40 
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About Franz Güde GmbH

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 stated on the product pages include VAT and other price components.

Fast delivery

Order by 2 p.m. → same-day shipping!
Within Germany usually the next working day. Orders from abroad are also processed immediately and dispatched quickly.

Delivery areas

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

Shipping costs

Region Shipping costs Free shipping from
Germany 5 € flat rate 50 € value of goods
Europe 14 € flat rate 100 € value of goods

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Value added tax on shipping costs

The flat-rate shipping fee includes statutory VAT. The specific tax rate depends on the goods ordered and may be reduced if products with a reduced tax rate are included (e.g. books). The final calculation is made during the ordering process and can only be lower in your favor, not higher.

Delivery times & shipping service providers

  • For direct payment (PayPal, instant bank transfer, credit card), orders placed before 2 p.m. will be dispatched on the same day.
  • Germany: Delivery usually on the next working day.
  • Europe: Delivery within 2-5 working days depending on the country.
  • In rare cases, delays may occur, e.g. if an item is unexpectedly out of stock.
  • Shipping is carried out by UPS.

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Chai Dao walnut

193,00 
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Wide chopping blade with walnut handle - through everything from cabbage to bone.

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Chai Dao Olive

186,00 
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Traditional chopping knife with olive wood handle for powerful chopping and mincing.

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Chai Dao barrel oak

193,00 
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Barrel oak handle meets solid blade - chops effortlessly through cabbage and pumpkin.

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Chai Dao Damascus

2.402,00 
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Hand-forged Damascus knife with 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 pear wood handle - chops powerfully and transports chopped food directly to the wok.

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