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About the knife series

The Alpha series from Güde hand-forged blades made from a single piece of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which are ice-hardened and hand-sharpened to offer maximum cutting performance and durability.
Characteristic features include the finely structured, velvety pear wood handle scales, which give the knives an elegant look and a pleasant feel.
Another typical feature of the series is the full tang and forged double bolster, which ensure perfect balance and ergonomic handling.
Each knife is manufactured in over 40 manual steps, meeting the highest standards of design, functionality, and workmanship.


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Pear chef's knife

Price range: € 164.00 to € 214.00
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Hand-forged blade meets silky-soft pear wood grain - for effortless cutting with natural elegance.

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Pear-shaped bread knife

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Serrated edge for perfectly sliced vegetables, pear wood handle with distinctive grain for stylish cutting.

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Santoku Kulle Alpha Pear

197,00 
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Santoku with scalloped edge and warm pearwood handle - Japanese cutting art for effortless, non-stick work.

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Chai Dao pear

193,00 
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Authentic Chai Dao with pear wood handle - chops powerfully and transports chopped food directly to the wok.

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Chef's knife China shape pear

214,00 
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China blade from Solingen meets fine pear wood - wide blade for effortless weighing and scooping.

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Pear preparation knife

133,00 
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Pointed blade for delicate cuts, warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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Pear larding knife

Price range: € 97.00 to € 100.00
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Feather-light larding knife with a warm shimmering pear wood handle for precise turning cuts on citrus fruits and delicate vegetables.

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Pear paring knife

94,00 
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Curved blade and hand-forged solid steel with pear wood handle for precise peeling of round fruit.

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Paring knife pear

94,00 
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Hand-sharpened precision meets warm-toned pear wood - compact, pleasant to the touch, ideal for delicate vegetable slicing.

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Tomato knife pear

105,00 
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Serrated edge meets fine pear wood - precise tomato slices without crushing.

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Boning knife pear

135,00 
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Flexible blade for precise triggering - pear wood handle feels velvety in the hand.

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Filleting knife pear

147,00 
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Flexible blade for perfect fillets, velvety pear wood feel for precise control.

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Ham knife pear

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin slices of ham - elegant pear wood handle for precise control.

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Meat fork pear

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with elegant pear wood handle for safe carving and stylish serving.

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Cheese knife pear

120,00 
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Perforated blade for stick-free cutting, elegant pear wood handle for precise portioning.

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Hard cheese knife pear

150,00 
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Perforated blade for cutting through hard cheese without sticking, pear wood handle for a warm feel.

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Herb knife Shark pear

192,00 
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Wave blade cradles herbs in a rocking cut - soft pear wood nestles warmly against the hand.

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Sharpening steel pear

145,00 
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Sharpening steel with warm pear wood handle - straightens cutting edges precisely, ideal for daily care.

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About Franz Güde GmbH

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen using traditional craftsmanship – now in its fourth generation. Each knife is genuinely handmade, from grinding the blade to inserting the handle.

What Güde the combination of Solingen blacksmithing and uncompromising material quality. High-quality blade steels, precisely balanced and designed for durability.

For you, this means knives that not only cut, but will also be reliable companions in your kitchen for decades to come.

About the history
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The Güde B740/18 from the Alpha series is an outstanding cleaver that has been specially developed for powerfully cutting meat and severing bones. The 18 cm long, heavy blade is hand-forged in up to 55 predominantly manual steps, guaranteeing exceptional sharpness, stability, and durability. Made from high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, the blade remains permanently sharp, rust-free, and precise even with intensive use. The noticeable weight and sophisticated design allow for effortless work when chopping and cutting a wide variety of meats, even with bones – ideal for professionals and ambitious amateur chefs. The finely structured handle made of fine pear wood not only ensures a pleasant feel, but also perfect balance and a secure grip while cutting. Traditional Solingen craftsmanship is combined here with state-of-the-art technology and timeless elegance. With the Güde Alpha , you are adding an exclusive tool to your kitchen that promises uncompromising quality, exceptional durability, and maximum enjoyment with every use. A knife for those who value genuine craftsmanship and high-quality materials – and a strong statement for your culinary art.

Pro Tip:

Take advantage of the heavy blade of Güde Alpha by guiding the knife with a strong, controlled cut and ideally with both hands on a stable surface – this will ensure clean cuts even through meat and bones. Be sure to use the fine balance and secure grip of the pear wood handle to work precisely and transfer the full force optimally when chopping.

The Güde Alpha is the perfect tool for anyone who doesn't want to compromise when cutting meat. Its weight and robust 18 cm blade allow you to work powerfully and with control – even when cutting through bones, every cut is effortless and precise.

Usedin the traditional way, the cleaver is ideal for cutting large pieces of meat such as pork shoulder, beef brisket, or leg of lamb. Thanks to the exceptional stability of the hand-forged blade, portioning poultry or cutting fish with a firm backbone is also particularly easy. Even smaller bones can be easily chopped up for preparing stocks.

You can also use the knifecreatively with its wide and strong blade to crush spices or chop firm vegetables such as pumpkin, celery, or kohlrabi. Thanks to the fine pear wood handle, which fits comfortably and securely in your hand, you retain optimal control—even when working with larger quantities.

Whether used classically in the preparation of sophisticated meat dishes or creatively in the preparation of herbs and vegetables, the Güde Alpha combines the highest craftsmanship, durable materials, and ergonomic elegance to create an exclusive kitchen aid that you can rely on every day.

With this knife, you are making a statement for uncompromising quality and genuine enjoyment in your kitchen—and benefiting from professional results, whether you are an experienced chef or an ambitious amateur cook.

Prices

All prices stated on the product pages include VAT and other price components.

Fast delivery

Order by 2 p.m. → same-day shipping!
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

Region Shipping costs Free shipping from
Germany 5 € flat rate 50 € value of goods
Europe 14 € flat rate 100 € value of goods

The shipping costs are clearly displayed again in the shopping cart and on the order page.

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.

Outside Europe

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

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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 Alpha

165,00 
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Robust cleaver with ice-hardened blade - ideal for cutting meat and bones.

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