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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-shaped chef's knife

Price range: €164.00 to €214.00
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A hand-forged blade meets the silky-smooth grain of pear wood—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

197,00 
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Santoku knife with a serrated edge and a warm pear wood handle – Japanese craftsmanship for effortless, non-stick cutting.

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Chai Dao Pear

193,00 
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Authentic Chai Dao with a pear wood handle – chops with power and transfers the chopped ingredients directly to the wok.

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Chinaform Pear Chef's Knife

214,00 
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A Solingen blade Solingen fine pear wood—a wide blade for effortless scooping and ladling.

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Pear Prep Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for precise cuts, a warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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Pear paring knife

Price range: €97.00 to €100.00
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A feather-light paring knife with a warm, lustrous pear wood handle, designed for precise spiral cuts on citrus fruits and tender vegetables.

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Pear Peeler

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

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Pear-shaped vegetable knife

94,00 
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Hand-sharpened precision meets warm-toned pear wood—compact, comfortable to hold, and ideal for delicate vegetable prep.

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Pear-shaped tomato knife

105,00 
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A serrated edge meets fine pear wood – for precise tomato slices without crushing them.

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Pear-shaped boning knife

135,00 
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Flexible blade for precise cutting – the pear wood handle feels smooth in your hand.

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Pear Filleting Knife

147,00 
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A flexible blade for perfect fillets, with a smooth pear wood handle for precise control.

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Pear-shaped ham knife

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

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Pear-shaped meat fork

147,00 
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A two-pronged meat fork with an elegant pear wood handle for easy carving and stylish serving.

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Pear-shaped cheese knife

120,00 
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Perforated blade for residue-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 clean cuts through hard cheese; pear wood handle for a warm feel.

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Shark Pear Herb Knife

192,00 
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The wavy blade sways as it cuts herbs—the soft pear wood feels warm against the hand.

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Pear-shaped sharpening steel

145,00 
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Sharpening steel with a warm pear wood handle – precisely sharpens blades, ideal for daily maintenance.

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About Franz Güde

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 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

Region Shipping costs Free shipping on orders of
Germany €5 flat rate €50 purchase value
Europe €14 flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

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

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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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 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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