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About the knife series

The Alpha series from Güde by its oak handle scales, which are made from wine barrels that are over 100 years old and are therefore exceptionally robust and durable.
The knives are made from a single piece of forged chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, ice-hardened and sharpened by hand; a total of over 40 manual steps are required for each knife.
Typical features include the classic three-rivet design and Güde double bolster, which ensures perfect balance and excellent cutting properties.
Each knife in the Alpha series combines high-quality materials, traditional craftsmanship, and striking details such as the palm tree decorative rivet and the individual grain of the barrel wood.


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Kiritsuke Alpha

Price range: €121.00 to €197.00
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Japanese multipurpose chef's knife with a distinctive K-Tip blade and an oak handle – hand-forged in Solingen.

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Nakiri Alpha

179,00 
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Japanese vegetable knife with a classic rectangular blade and an oak handle—perfect for precise vegetable cuts.

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Fasseiche Chef's Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €214.00
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Oak handle with an authentic feel – an ergonomic all-rounder for slicing and precise cutting.

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THE KNIFE. Oak Handle

395,00 
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An all-metal all-rounder with an elegant oak handle—precise, compact, and perfectly balanced for any hand.

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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, oak handle that feels naturally warm in the hand.

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Santoku Kulle Barrel Oak

197,00 
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Japanese santoku knife with a serrated edge and a handle made of oiled wine barrel oak—precise and elegantly crafted.

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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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Chinaform Oak Handle Chef's Knife

214,00 
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Wide Chinese cleaver for effortlessly chopping large quantities of vegetables—featuring a distinctive oak grain pattern.

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Fasseiche Preparation Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for razor-thin cuts, and a distinctive oak handle for precise detail work.

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Fasseiche paring knife

Price range: €94.00 to €100.00
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Precision paring knife made from 100-year-old oak—for the finest peeling work.

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Peeling Knife, Oak

94,00 
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Curved 6-cm blade and smoked oak handle – precise peeling with no waste.

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Classic Vegetable Knife, Oak Handle

94,00 
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Hand-forged vegetable knife with an oak handle – for precise cuts, from bell peppers to root vegetables.

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Fasseiche Vegetable Knife

94,00 
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Hand-forged with a handle made from 100-year-old barrel oak—precise cutting control for the finest vegetable preparation.

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Tomato Knife, Oak Handle

105,00 
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Wavy edge created by tomato skins and a hand-forged oak handle with distinctive grain.

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Boning Knife, Oak Handle

135,00 
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Flexible precision blade with a handle made from 100-year-old barrel oak—glides effortlessly along the bone.

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Fasseiche Ham Knife

149,00 
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Blade for wafer-thin slices, handle made of smoked oak.

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Hacker Fasseiche

214,00 
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Solid blade with a barrel-oak handle – cuts through meat and bone with a powerful strike.

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Fass Oak Steak Knife

101,00 
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A delicate balance meets 100 years of barrel-aged oak—a steak experience with character.

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Porterhouse Steak Knife, Oak Handle

121,00 
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Smooth blade for perfectly sliced steaks, rustic oak handle with distinctive grain.

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Meat Fork, Oak

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with an elegant oak handle—provides a secure grip when carving and adds an elegant touch to the table.

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Fork Oak

101,00 
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Fork with a handle made of genuine oak—infused with the aroma of aged wines.

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Buckelsmesser Oak Barrel

30,00 
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Humpback knife, smooth blade, oak handle

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Fasseiche Cheese Knife

120,00 
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The perforated blade cuts cheese into paper-thin slices without sticking, and the oak handle feels warm in your hand.

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Hard Cheese Knife, Oak Handle

150,00 
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Vollerl hard cheese knife with an oak handle – effortlessly cuts through Parmesan and hard cheeses.

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Shark Fasseiche Herb Knife

192,00 
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Forged Shark rocking blade with an aged oak handle—chop herbs rhythmically like the pros.

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Pocket knife with pitchfork, Fasseiche

156,00 
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Hand-forged pocket knife with an oak handle, blade, and built-in pitchfork—cutting and skewering in one.

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Fasseiche Pocket Knife

143,00 
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Oak-handled pocket knife—folding, with a serrated edge for crusts, always within reach.

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Jagdnicker Barrel Oak

189,00 
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An oak handle and a bulbous blade for precise skinning, gutting, and game processing with a secure grip.

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Sharpening Steel, Oak

145,00 
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Chrome-vanadium steel ensures precise blade alignment—with a non-slip beechwood handle.

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D’Artagnan Barrel Oak Sharpening Steel

273,00 
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Fluted steel ribs realign even the finest blades—with an elegant oak handle for a secure grip.

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About Franz Güde

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen for over four generations. Each blade is created in over 40 steps, from forging to grinding, and embodies more than a century of knife-making expertise.

What Güde is its uncompromising combination of traditional craftsmanship and the highest quality standards. The Solingen-based manufacturer relies on first-class steel alloys and the skilled hands of experienced master craftsmen, who shape each knife into a unique tool.

Anyone who holds a Güde in their hand can feel the difference: the perfect balance, the precise sharpness, and the certainty of owning a tool for life.

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The Güde Alpha Güde impresses with a hand-forged, flexible 18 cm blade made of high-alloy chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, guaranteeing outstanding sharpness and durability. In up to 40 manual steps, a knife is created that meets the highest standards of precision and quality and effortlessly masters typical filleting tasks such as the fine removal of fish and meat fillets. The special flexibility of the blade allows particularly clean cuts along bones or tendons, while the cutting material reliably ensures long-lasting sharpness.The handle, made from over 100-year-old barrel oak, not only gives each knife a unique, rustic look, but also fits perfectly in the hand. Individual grain patterns and colors make each knife truly unique, with its own history. The design combines centuries-old Solingen blacksmithing with modern aesthetics and perfect ergonomics for fatigue-free, safe working. This filleting knife from the Alpha series is aimed at ambitious amateur chefs and connoisseurs who do not want to compromise when preparing fish and meat. Whether in your kitchen at home or at the barbecue, with this knife you are choosing an exclusive tool that uniquely combines function, tradition, and exceptional character.

Pro tip:

Take advantage of the flexible 18 cm blade of the filleting knife by applying gentle pressure and guiding the blade in a smooth motion close to the bones or tendons when filleting – this allows you to remove fish and meat fillets with particular precision and virtually no waste. For best results, always work on a wooden or plastic board and clean the knife by hand immediately after use.

The Güde Alpha Güde impresses with a hand-forged, flexible 18 cm blade made of high-alloy chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, guaranteeing outstanding sharpness and durability. In up to 40 manual steps, a knife is created that meets the highest standards of precision and quality and effortlessly masters typical filleting tasks such as the fine removal of fish and meat fillets. The special flexibility of the blade allows particularly clean cuts along bones or tendons, while the cutting material reliably ensures long-lasting sharpness.

The handle, made from over 100-year-old barrel oak, not only gives each knife a unique, rustic look, but also fits perfectly in the hand. Individual grain patterns and colors make each knife truly unique, with a history of its own. The design combines centuries-old Solingen blacksmithing with modern aesthetics and perfect ergonomics for fatigue-free, safe working.

This filleting knife from the Alpha series is aimed at ambitious amateur chefs and connoisseurs who do not want to compromise when preparing fish and meat. Whether in the kitchen at home or at the barbecue: with this knife, you are choosing an exclusive tool that uniquely combines function, tradition, and exceptional character.

In classic use, the filleting knife shows its full strength when filleting fish. The flexible blade nestles perfectly against the natural contours of the fish's body and glides effortlessly along the fish skin, allowing you to achieve maximum yield with minimal waste. Whether you are preparing fresh salmon, trout, or walleye, the knife allows you to make precise, long cuts that preserve the delicate flesh and produce perfectly portioned fillets. The flexibility of the blade is particularly impressive when skinning fish fillets: you can work with minimal effort and still achieve clean results that are appreciated in professional kitchens.

But the Güde Alpha Güde is not just for fish. It also performs excellently when preparing meat. Use it to debone poultry, for example when you want to separate a duck breast from the skin or cut up a whole chicken. The narrow, tapered blade navigates precisely around bones and separates tendons and connective tissue without wasting valuable meat. The knife also proves to be an indispensable aid when trimming beef or pork fillets: you can remove silver skin and layers of fat with surgical precision, creating perfectly prepared pieces of meat for further processing.

Creative chefs will also discover a wide range of uses beyond classic filleting. The knife is ideal for cutting wafer-thin slices of meat for carpaccio or tartare, with its razor-sharp edge ensuring even, aesthetic results. Its versatility is also evident when peeling and filleting citrus fruits for sophisticated desserts or cocktails: the flexible blade removes peel and white pith with ease, leaving you with perfectly segmented fruit without any bitter substances. For ambitious culinary projects, you can also use the filleting knife to carve vegetables and fruit artistically —the precise tip and controlled flexibility allow for intricate decorations that enhance the visual appeal of your dishes.

The hand-forged Alpha fillet knife is much more than a special tool for occasional fish dishes. It is a versatile kitchen companion for anyone who values professional results, the highest quality materials, and exceptional craftsmanship. Invest in a knife that will accompany you for decades and whose unique oak barrel look makes every use a special experience.

Prices

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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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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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Flexible Filleting Knife, Walnut

147,00 
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The flexible blade follows every bone, and the walnut handle provides a perfect grip even when wet.

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Olive Filleting Knife

134,00 
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Precise cuts through fish and meat with a flexible blade and an olive wood handle.

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Karl Güde Filleting Knife

113,00 
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Flexible blade and wooden handle – ideal for filleting, precise, and comfortable even during long periods of use.

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Franz Güde Filleting Knife

108,00 
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A slim, flexible blade for effortless, precise filleting of fish and paper-thin slices of meat.

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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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Kappa Flexible Filleting Knife

120,00 
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The flexible 16-cm blade follows the bones precisely—for perfect fillets with no waste.

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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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Delta Filleting Knife

163,00 
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The flexible blade follows every bone—for perfect fillets with no loss of meat.

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