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About the knife series

The Alpha knife series Alpha Güde Solingen manufactured in up to 55 manual steps – impressive testimony to genuine craftsmanship. Each knife is made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, hand-forged, ice-hardened, and precision-sharpened to ensure optimal cutting performance.The multi-riveted handle made of high-quality Hostaform® plastic guarantees perfect balance, non-slip handling, and exceptional durability – even with intensive use.The Alpha is aimed at anyone who expects the highest quality, classic design, and reliable functionality in the kitchen. There is a suitable model for every task: from the precise paring knife to the award-winning bread knife, which—like the entire series—was developed for professional requirements. With a knife from Alpha, you are investing in sustainable craftsmanship and uncompromising 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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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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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 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 , Solingen Güde Solingen in 1910 by Karl Güde , looks back on more than a century of outstanding knife-making tradition. From the very beginning, the knives were manufactured using careful manual processes such as forging, sharpening, and assembly, which has Solingen Güde one Güde the highest quality brands from Solingen .In 1923, Franz Güde took over Güde factory and introduced innovative new features, including the patented "Güde , which is still considered the benchmark for bread knives today. The company is now in its 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, making them popular with professionals and knife enthusiasts worldwide. The Güde brand Güde not only Güde high-quality cutting tools, but also Güde values such as quality, innovation, and sustainable craftsmanship from Solingen.

About the History
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The Güde Solingen knife from the Alpha series stands for maximum precision, exquisite craftsmanship, and long-lasting quality. In over 30 careful steps, each knife is hand-forged in Solingen a single piece of chrome-molybdenum-vanadium steel, ice-hardened, and then hand-sharpened. The optimal hardness of 57-58 HRC and an angle-precise grind of approx. 33° guarantee exceptional sharpness and cutting stability – for effortless, precise work in any kitchen. The finely polished, ergonomic handle made of robust Hostaform fits perfectly in the hand, is hygienic and easy to care for, and meets even the high demands of professional gastronomy. Thanks to the full tang and double bolster, the user enjoys perfect balance and safe handling even when performing demanding cutting tasks. The 1013 model combines timeless design with practical reliability – a knife made for discerning users who value every detail. Choose the Güde Alpha and experience uncompromising knife quality that makes every cooking situation a pleasure.

Pro tip:

This chef's knife shows off its perfect balance and awesome sharpness when you're doing delicate cutting jobs like slicing super-thin veggies, meat, or herbs. Just guide the blade like you're rocking it to get precise and effortless results. Take advantage of the feeling of almost weightless guidance for creative and demanding cuts – you will be amazed at how controlled and easy it is to cut even the finest ingredients.

With the Güde Solingen Alpha Solingen knife, you Alpha how finely wafer-thin slices can be cut from roasts, how fresh baguettes can be sliced precisely, and how aromatic herbs can be chopped with ease. Thanks to its hand-forged blade and perfect balance, this knife fits securely in your hand and supports you with perfect precision, both when preparing elaborate festive meals and in everyday cooking.

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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