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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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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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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 Fork

76,00 
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An elegant, sturdy fork made of stainless steel with an easy-to-clean handle—perfect for everyday use.

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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 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

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.

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

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Hacker Olive

199,00 
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A cleaver with a touch of southern charm: the olive wood handle combines power and precision when chopping.

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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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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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