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About the knife series

The knives in the Alpha from Güde Solingen undergo up to 55 manual steps - an impressive example of true craftsmanship. Made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, they are hand-forged, ice-hardened and carefully sharpened to ensure outstanding cutting performance.The handle, multi-riveted and made from high-quality Hostaform® plastic, guarantees perfect balance, non-slip grip and exceptional durability - even under intensive use.The Alpha is ideal for anyone who demands the highest quality, timeless design and reliable performance in their kitchen.The series offers the right knife for every application: from the precise paring knife to the award-winning bread knife, which - like all models in the series - was designed for professional requirements.With a knife from the Alpha, you are investing in sustainable quality and uncompromising cooking enjoyment.


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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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Chai Dao Alpha

150,00 
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Chef's knife with a wide, sharp blade - ideal for fine cutting and weighing.

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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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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 GmbH, founded by Karl Güde in Solingen in 1910, stands for more than 100 years of excellent knife tradition. From the very beginning, the knives were manufactured in demanding manual work steps such as forging, sharpening and assembly, which enabled Güde to establish itself as one of the highest quality brands from Solingen . In 1923, Franz Güde took over the company and introduced innovative new features, including the famous "Güde serrated edge" invention, 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 precisionGüde impress with first-class materials, excellent workmanship and timeless elegance, which makes them very popular with professionals and connoisseurs worldwide.The Güde brand is associated not only with cutting tools, but also with values such as quality, innovation and sustainable craftsmanship from Solingen.

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The Güde 1740/18 cleaver from the Alpha series is the perfect choice for anyone looking for uncompromising quality and maximum functionality in the kitchen. With its solid, 18 cm long, hand-forged blade made of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, you can cut up meat, poultry or fish effortlessly and even chop strands and smaller bones with ease. Thanks to the specially hardened blade, which is sharpened on both sides, you can enjoy long-lasting sharpness and exceptional cutting performance. The distinctive, wide blade is also ideal for pounding in spices - a versatile tool for ambitious amateur and professional chefs. The ergonomically shaped handle made of high-quality, easy-care Hostaform® plastic with stainless steel rivets ensures a secure grip and a comfortable balance. The workmanship meets the strict requirements of the catering industry and guarantees long-lasting reliability in daily use. Choose the Güde Alpha chopping knife now and experience precision and enjoyment at the highest level - a tool that no demanding kitchen should be without.

Pro Tip:

Use the powerful, wide blade of this cleaver specifically for cleanly dividing pieces of meat and chopping bones: With a controlled, straight cutting movement, you can achieve particularly precise results without crushing the cut material. Thanks to the distinctive, heavy blade and optimum balance, you can also use the knife perfectly to efficiently crush spices directly on the chopping board - a professional move for intense flavors in the dish.The ideal tool for ambitious chefs who expect both speed when portioning and maximum cutting precision when preparing sophisticated dishes.

With this chopping knife from the Alpha series by Güde Solingen , you can powerfully cut up pieces of meat or skillfully split bones for aromatic stocks. Effortlessly chopping poultry or finely chopping herbs and spices is also possible with precision and ease thanks to the wide, hand-forged blade. Experience cutting pleasure at the highest level - for ambitious dishes and heavy-duty kitchen work alike.

Prices

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Fast delivery

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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

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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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Hacker Olive

199,00 
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Cleaver with southern flair: olive wood handle combines strength and precision when chopping.

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Hacker barrel oak

214,00 
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Solid blade with barrel oak handle - cuts meat and bones with a powerful blow.

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Hacker pear

214,00 
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Forged cleaver with pear wood handle - splits bones powerfully, wide blade protects fingers.

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