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About the knife series

The Alpha Barrel Oak from Güde stands for the highest quality craftsmanship and unique material refinement - each blade is made of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, forged in over 40 manual steps, ice-hardened and sharpened by hand so that it offers a hardness of 57-58 HRC and excellent edge retention.
The handle scales are made from oak wood from old wine barrels, which is extremely stable and hard-wearing due to its long maturing process and is truly unique with its even grain - the wood gives each knife individuality and a very special feel.
The three-rivet design with finely polished brass rivets and the double bolster shape typical of Güde ensure a good balance, perfect handling and fatigue-free working - the middle rivet also bears the palm tree logo as the manufactory's trademark.
The Alpha Barrel Oak series thus combines traditional blacksmithing, exclusive materials and sophisticated design to create a real kitchen highlight for discerning chefs and wine lovers.


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Kiritsuke Alpha

Price range: €121.00 to €197.00
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Japanese multipurpose chef's knife with a distinctive K-Tip blade and an oak handle – hand-forged in Solingen.

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Nakiri Alpha

179,00 
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Japanese vegetable knife with a classic rectangular blade and an oak handle—perfect for precise vegetable cuts.

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Fasseiche Chef's Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €214.00
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Oak handle with an authentic feel – an ergonomic all-rounder for slicing and precise cutting.

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THE KNIFE. Oak Handle

395,00 
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An all-metal all-rounder with an elegant oak handle—precise, compact, and perfectly balanced for any hand.

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Bread Knife, Oak Handle

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Wavy edge with a crispy crust, oak handle that feels naturally warm in the hand.

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Santoku Kulle Barrel Oak

197,00 
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Japanese santoku knife with a serrated edge and a handle made of oiled wine barrel oak—precise and elegantly crafted.

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Chai Dao Barrel-Aged

193,00 
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An oak handle meets a solid blade—effortlessly chops through cabbage and pumpkin.

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Chinaform Oak Handle Chef's Knife

214,00 
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Wide Chinese cleaver for effortlessly chopping large quantities of vegetables—featuring a distinctive oak grain pattern.

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Fasseiche Preparation Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for razor-thin cuts, and a distinctive oak handle for precise detail work.

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Fasseiche paring knife

Price range: €94.00 to €100.00
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Precision paring knife made from 100-year-old oak—for the finest peeling work.

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Peeling Knife, Oak

94,00 
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Curved 6-cm blade and smoked oak handle – precise peeling with no waste.

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Classic Vegetable Knife, Oak Handle

94,00 
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Hand-forged vegetable knife with an oak handle – for precise cuts, from bell peppers to root vegetables.

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Fasseiche Vegetable Knife

94,00 
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Hand-forged with a handle made from 100-year-old barrel oak—precise cutting control for the finest vegetable preparation.

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Tomato Knife, Oak Handle

105,00 
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Wavy edge created by tomato skins and a hand-forged oak handle with distinctive grain.

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Boning Knife, Oak Handle

135,00 
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Flexible precision blade with a handle made from 100-year-old barrel oak—glides effortlessly along the bone.

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Filleting Knife, Oak Handle

147,00 
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Flexible precision blade with a grained oak handle – effortlessly fillets between the skin and the meat.

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Fasseiche Ham Knife

149,00 
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Blade for wafer-thin slices, handle made of smoked oak.

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Fass Oak Steak Knife

101,00 
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A delicate balance meets 100 years of barrel-aged oak—a steak experience with character.

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Porterhouse Steak Knife, Oak Handle

121,00 
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Smooth blade for perfectly sliced steaks, rustic oak handle with distinctive grain.

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Meat Fork, Oak

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with an elegant oak handle—provides a secure grip when carving and adds an elegant touch to the table.

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Fork Oak

101,00 
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Fork with a handle made of genuine oak—infused with the aroma of aged wines.

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Buckelsmesser Oak Barrel

30,00 
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Humpback knife, smooth blade, oak handle

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Fasseiche Cheese Knife

120,00 
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The perforated blade cuts cheese into paper-thin slices without sticking, and the oak handle feels warm in your hand.

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Hard Cheese Knife, Oak Handle

150,00 
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Vollerl hard cheese knife with an oak handle – effortlessly cuts through Parmesan and hard cheeses.

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Shark Fasseiche Herb Knife

192,00 
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Forged Shark rocking blade with an aged oak handle—chop herbs rhythmically like the pros.

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Pocket knife with pitchfork, Fasseiche

156,00 
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Hand-forged pocket knife with an oak handle, blade, and built-in pitchfork—cutting and skewering in one.

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Fasseiche Pocket Knife

143,00 
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Oak-handled pocket knife—folding, with a serrated edge for crusts, always within reach.

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Jagdnicker Barrel Oak

189,00 
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An oak handle and a bulbous blade for precise skinning, gutting, and game processing with a secure grip.

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Sharpening Steel, Oak

145,00 
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Chrome-vanadium steel ensures precise blade alignment—with a non-slip beechwood handle.

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D’Artagnan Barrel Oak Sharpening Steel

273,00 
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Fluted steel ribs realign even the finest blades—with an elegant oak handle for a secure grip.

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About Franz Güde

Since 1910 Franz Güde has been manufacturing Solingen Franz Güde has been making knives by hand in Solingen since 1910 - a family business that has perfected its skills over four generations.

Every Güde is created by the hands of experienced blacksmiths and grinders who work according to traditional methods and rely uncompromisingly on German quality steels. This combination of Solingen blacksmithing and precision craftsmanship is what gives the brand its special character.

When you hold a Güde in your hand, you can feel the balance and sharpness that only true craftsmanship can produce - a tool that will last a lifetime.

About the History
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The Güde Alpha E740/18 is an exclusive cleaver from Solingen that impresses with its hand-forged 18 cm blade made of high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel. Manufactured in over 40 manual steps, this cleaver represents craftsmanship of the highest standard and guarantees precise cuts and exceptional durability. The extra strong and wide blade is perfect for effortlessly cutting even meat with bones and also proves its worth in tougher tasks in professional kitchens and demanding private use. The ergonomically shaped handle is made of fine oak from wine barrels that are over 100 years old, giving the knife a particularly high-quality feel and making each piece unique with its own character. Thanks to its optimal balance and noticeable weight (approx. 400 g), the cleaver lies securely in the hand and enables efficient work without fatigue. Ice-hardened stainless steel ensures reliable sharpness and durability, while the double-sided blade guarantees precise cutting results. With the Güde E740/18, you are choosing a tool that combines tradition, modern precision, and fine materials – for anyone looking for uncompromising quality and a genuine piece of Solingen blacksmithing.

Pro tip:

Use the extra strong blade of the Güde chopper by positioning the knife with a relaxed but secure hand position and a straight swing onto the food to be chopped - this allows you to make precise cuts through meat and bones without great effort. To crush or crush spices, simply use the flat blade surface to gently and effectively crush aroma carriers and thus unleash the full flavor potential.

The Güde Alpha barrel oak chopper E740/18 is your perfect companion when it comes to demanding cutting work in the kitchen. With its solid, 18 cm long blade, you can effortlessly cut up pieces of meat with bones, whether you want to portion ribs, cut a rack of lamb into chops or expertly carve chicken pieces. The wide and heavy blade shape makes optimum use of the knife's own weight, allowing you to make targeted, powerful cuts through joints and smaller bones without having to exert excessive force.

In classic use, you can easily prepare stocks and broths with this cleaver by cutting bones and cartilage into manageable pieces. The large blade is ideal for pounding in spices and herbs - place peppercorns, coriander seeds or dried chili peppers under the wide blade and crush them with a targeted blow. The chopper also shows its strengths when flattening meat for schnitzels or roulades: Use the flat side of the blade to pound pieces of meat evenly thin.

Used creatively, the Güde chopper is an indispensable tool for Asian cuisine. Use it to cut crispy Peking duck into bite-sized pieces or portion roasted chicken directly on the bone - as is traditional in Cantonese cuisine. Thanks to its width, the blade transports the chopped ingredients effortlessly from the chopping board to the wok or pot. The cleaver is even excellent for chopping firm root vegetables such as pumpkin, celery or kohlrabi when conventional chef's knives reach their limits.

When preparing tartare or minced meat, you can use the heavy blade to finely weigh the meat instead of mincing it - for a particularly juicy, fluffy consistency. The stainless, ice-hardened blade remains reliably sharp and can cope with long periods of work without noticeable fatigue in your hand, while the handle made from historic barrel oak ensures a secure grip.

Prices

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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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Europe €14 flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

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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 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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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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