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About the knife series

The Güde embodies the highest level of blacksmithing craftsmanship from Solingen stands for absolute exclusivity in terms of materials, workmanship, and design. Each knife is painstakingly handcrafted from over 300 layers of wild Damascus steel —for unparalleled sharpness, exceptional hardness, and a distinctive, individual grain. The handle, made from desert ironwood that is up to 1,500 years old, makes each piece unique with an unmistakable character. Up to 55 manual steps are required to create a masterpiece that combines tradition, innovation, and perfection. The Damascus knife series is the highlight of the Güde – created for connoisseurs who appreciate the highest cutting performance and timeless aesthetics.


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Damascus Chef's Knife

1.762,00 
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Extra-thin, 300-layer Damascus blade for precise, detailed work, with a handle made of desert ironwood.

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THE KNIFE. DAMASCUS STEEL SMOKED OAK

2.969,00 
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Wide Damascus steel chef's knife with a smoked oak handle, precision-crafted.

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THE KNIFE. JADE Damascus

4.574,00 
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The knife is made to order.
Precision Damascus steel chef's knife with an ergonomic jade handle for optimal control when preparing herbs, meat, and vegetables.

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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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Santoku Damascus

2.329,00 
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Santoku knife with an ultra-thin Damascus blade and a handle made of desert ironwood—super sharp for precise cuts of vegetables, fish, and meat.

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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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Chinaform Damascus Chef's Knife

2.400,00 
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A masterfully forged all-purpose blade made from 300 layers of Damascus steel, with a handle crafted from desert ironwood, for precise, delicate cuts.

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Damascus paring knife

934,00 
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The Damascus paring knife with a desert ironwood handle cuts with precision and exceptional sharpness, effortlessly handling even the toughest roasts.

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Damascus Ham Knife

1.533,00 
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Ultra-sharp Damascus blade and desert ironwood handle for perfectly sliced ham.

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About Franz Güde

The Güde brand has been around since 1910. Güde has stood for the highest standards of Solingen blacksmithing and uncompromising quality. Now in its fourth generation, the Güde family manufactures Güde knives that set standards worldwide. Up to 55 steps go into each individual piece before it leaves the factory. The result is unique items that combine tradition, precision, and passion— Güde the Güde name a symbol Güde true craftsmanship.

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The Güde DamascusGüde from the Damascus series is a masterpiece for discerning gourmets and passionate cooks. Each fork is crafted in Solingen "wild Damascus" in up to 55 elaborate manual steps: Over 300 layers of tough and hard steels are combined in a process lasting several days to create a blade of exceptional flexibility, break resistance, and sharpness. The handle, made from desert ironwood that is up to 1,500 years old, underlines the exclusive character and offers the best feel and a unique grain. The elegantly etched prong structure not only creates a fascinating look, but also ensures that pieces of meat are held securely when carving and turning without damaging them unnecessarily – so every roast remains juicy. Specially developed for use with meat, it allows you to precisely hold, turn, and check the degree of doneness. With this hand-forged Damascus meat fork from Güde , you Güde not only Güde a tool of the highest functionality, but also a truly unique piece of blacksmithing art – for people who value tradition, perfection, and exclusivity. A real collector's item that no ambitious kitchen should be without.

Pro tip:

With the Güde DamascusGüde , you can reliably hold even large roasts in place when turning and carving – thanks to the slightly spread, finely ground prongs, you penetrate less deeply into the meat and thus protect the meat fibers, so that the roast retains its full juices. Use the fork to check the degree of doneness: the sharp tips glide effortlessly through even tough parts without unnecessarily damaging the meat – for perfect results on the plate.

The Güde DamascusGüde is perfect for maintaining maximum control when carving, turning, and portioning roasts, steaks, or poultry. With its long, elegantly etched prongs, you can securely hold even large pieces of meat without piercing them unnecessarily or letting the precious meat juices escape. This ensures that every roast remains juicy and looks appealing.
This hand-forged meat fork is specially designed to hold meat precisely in place when cutting or serving at the dinner table. You can also use it to reliably check the degree of doneness—a light prick is enough without destroying the fiber structure.
In addition to its classic uses for Sunday roasts or festive meals, the fork is also the ideal companion for barbecuing, allowing you to turn or serve grilled food safely. Creative gourmets also use it to arrange roulades or lift delicate roast crusts without damaging them.
For discerning culinary professionals and collectors, this unique tool combines traditional blacksmithing with maximum functionality – a real added value in any ambitious kitchen.

Prices

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Fast delivery

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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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Germany €5 flat rate €50 purchase value
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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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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