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About the knife series

The Güde Alpha series impresses with its high-quality materials and precise manufacturing processes. The blades are made from a single piece of hand-forged chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, are rust-free, ice-hardened, and hand-sharpened. Particularly noteworthy are the handle scales made of finely structured, velvety pear wood, which ensure a comfortable grip. Each knife is crafted in around 40 manual steps, making this series a true classic of German knife manufacturing.
Alpha knives are ideal for experienced chefs, as they offer the perfect balance between design, quality, and functionality.


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Pear-shaped chef's knife

Price range: €164.00 to €214.00
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A hand-forged blade meets the silky-smooth grain of pear wood—for effortless cutting with natural elegance.

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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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Santoku Kulle Alpha

197,00 
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Santoku knife with a serrated edge and a warm pear wood handle – Japanese craftsmanship for effortless, non-stick cutting.

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Chinaform Pear Chef's Knife

214,00 
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A Solingen blade Solingen fine pear wood—a wide blade for effortless scooping and ladling.

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Pear Prep Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for precise cuts, a warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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Pear paring knife

Price range: €97.00 to €100.00
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A feather-light paring knife with a warm, lustrous pear wood handle, designed for precise spiral cuts on citrus fruits and tender vegetables.

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Pear Peeler

94,00 
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Curved blade and hand-forged solid steel with a pear wood handle for precise peeling of round fruits.

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Pear-shaped vegetable knife

94,00 
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Hand-sharpened precision meets warm-toned pear wood—compact, comfortable to hold, and ideal for delicate vegetable prep.

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Pear-shaped tomato knife

105,00 
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A serrated edge meets fine pear wood – for precise tomato slices without crushing them.

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Pear-shaped boning knife

135,00 
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Flexible blade for precise cutting – the pear wood handle feels smooth in your hand.

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Pear Filleting Knife

147,00 
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A flexible blade for perfect fillets, with a smooth pear wood handle for precise control.

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Pear-shaped ham knife

149,00 
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Flexible blade for paper-thin slices of ham – elegant pear wood handle for precise control.

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Hacker Pear

214,00 
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Forged cleaver with a pear wood handle – powerfully splits bones; the wide blade protects your fingers.

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Pear-shaped meat fork

147,00 
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A two-pronged meat fork with an elegant pear wood handle for easy carving and stylish serving.

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Pear-shaped cheese knife

120,00 
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Perforated blade for residue-free cutting, elegant pear wood handle for precise portioning.

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Hard Cheese Knife, Pear

150,00 
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Perforated blade for clean cuts through hard cheese; pear wood handle for a warm feel.

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Shark Pear Herb Knife

192,00 
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The wavy blade sways as it cuts herbs—the soft pear wood feels warm against the hand.

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Pear-shaped sharpening steel

145,00 
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Sharpening steel with a warm pear wood handle – precisely sharpens blades, ideal for daily maintenance.

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About Franz Güde

Since 1910, Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde the heart of Solingen – now in its fourth generation. Each blade undergoes up to 40 steps in the manufacturing process and is ground and honed by experienced blade smiths.

What makes Güde special is that Güde traditional craftsmanship with modern design and the highest quality standards. These are not mass-produced products, but tools for life.

For you, this means a knife that impresses with its perfect balance, exceptional sharpness, and durability—a faithful companion in your kitchen for decades to come.

About the History
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The Güde Dao Pear from the Alpha series is a powerful chef's knife for the highest demands – hand-forged from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel in the traditional Solingen factory. Up to 55 manual steps are required to create an exceptionally sharp and durable blade that effortlessly chops fish, meat, and vegetables and, with its typical width and 16 cm length, offers perfect control when chopping and cutting. The hand-polished, velvety pear wood of the ergonomic handle ensures safe handling, even with wet hands, and underlines the exclusive character of the knife. With its balanced weight and robust workmanship, the Chai Dao guarantees precision with every cut – whether for fine herbs, juicy pieces of meat or crunchy vegetables. Ideal for creative Asian cuisine and anyone who values uncompromising quality and legendary craftsmanship. This knife is truly unique, combining modern aesthetics with centuries-old craftsmanship. Choose the Güde Dao Pear and experience the unmistakable cutting experience of authentic Solingen blacksmithing in your kitchen.

Pro tip:

Use the Güde Dao Pear to achieve fine and precise cuts in your kitchen. Thanks to its **wide blade** and **optimized balance**, it is ideal for chopping and mincing vegetables, meat, and herbs. The **ergonomic handling** provided by the polished, velvety pear wood handle ensures safety and precision, even with wet hands. Use the knife with a **light, controlled movement** for fine cuts or with **more force** for coarse chopping.

Discover the Güde Dao Pear – the perfect tool for ambitious cooks who value precision, comfort, and versatility.

With its characteristic wide blade and 16 cm length, the Chai Dao is ideal for quickly and efficiently cutting, chopping, or mincing vegetables, herbs, meat, and fish. It is traditionally used in Asian cuisine to cut large quantities of vegetables into wafer-thin slices or chop herbs evenly with quick, flat movements. Thanks to the high blade back, the cut ingredients can be picked up directly with the knife and easily added to the wok or pot – saving time and ensuring clean workflows.

Used creatively, the Chai Dao opens up further possibilities: use the wide blade to press garlic cloves, lightly crush peppercorns, or even precisely portion pieces of meat for teriyaki, goulash, or tartare. Thanks to its fine grind and sturdy construction, it's not just classic Asian dishes that turn out perfectly – chopping salads, fine carpaccio, or cutting tapas ingredients also becomes a real experience. Experiment with combined cutting techniques, such as the European-style rocking cut for fresh herbs, or use the knife for quick, pressing cuts when preparing fruit, vegetables, or even tender ham.

The handcrafted pear wood handle not only gives the knife an exclusive appearance, but also ensures a secure grip and comfortable hold, even with wet hands. This allows you to master challenging cuts with ease and enjoy genuine craftsmanship in every movement.

Whether used classically in Asian wok dishes or experimentally in modern fusion cuisine, the Chai Dao Pear makes every cutting task a special pleasure—for anyone who appreciates the highest quality, ergonomic comfort, and authentic Solingen craftsmanship.

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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Germany €5 flat rate €50 purchase value
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.

Outside Europe

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

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Chai Dao Alpha

150,00 
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Chef's knife with a wide, sharp blade—ideal for precise cutting and chopping.

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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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