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About the knife series

The Alpha knife series from Güde Solingen is produced in up to 55 manual steps - an impressive example of true craftsmanship. Made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, each knife is forged by hand, ice-hardened and precisely sharpened to ensure optimum cutting performance, while the multi-riveted handle made of high-quality Hostaform® plastic ensures perfect balance, a non-slip grip and exceptional durability - even with intensive use.The Alpha is aimed at all those who appreciate the highest quality, timeless design and absolute reliability in the kitchen, and there is a suitable model for every application: from the precise paring knife to the multi-award-winning bread knife, which - like the entire series - has been specially designed for professional requirements.With a knife from the Alpha, you are making an investment in durable workmanship and incomparable cooking pleasure.


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Kiritsuke Alpha

Price range: $93.00 to $154.00
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Japanese multi-purpose chef's knife with characteristic 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 classic rectangular blade and POM handle – perfect for precise vegetable cutting.

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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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Hacker Alpha

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

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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 was founded by Karl Güde in Solingen in 1910 and can look back on more than a century of first-class knife tradition. From the very beginning, the knives were manufactured in elaborate manual work steps in which they were forged, sharpened and assembled. This approach has established Güde as one of the highest quality brands from Solingen . In 1923, Franz Güde took over the manufactory and produced several innovative developments, including the famous "Güde serrated edge" invention, which is still considered the benchmark for bread knives today. Today, the company is in its fourth generation and combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design and maximum precision. Güde are characterized by first-class materials, first-class workmanship and timelessly elegant designs, which makes them very popular with professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. The Güde brand is not only associated with high-quality cutting tools, but also with values such as quality, innovation and sustainable craftsmanship from Solingen.

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The Güde Alpha chef's knife from the renowned Solingen-based manufacturer combines the highest level of craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology, making it an indispensable tool for discerning kitchen professionals and passionate amateur chefs. The blade is forged by hand from a single piece of high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel and ice-hardened, which guarantees impressive cutting sharpness and exceptional durability. With an optimum hardness of approx. 57-58 HRC and a precise cutting angle, the blade remains permanently sharp and is robust enough for versatile cutting work, while the full tang and the double bolster typical of Güde ensure perfect balance and safety with every cut. The ergonomically shaped, finely polished handle made of black Hostaform fits comfortably in the hand, is dishwasher-safe and enables long, fatigue-free work. Thanks to the perfect craftsmanship and the use of first-class materials, the Alpha series meets the strict requirements of the catering industry - and sets standards in the private household. Experience a knife that impresses with its quality of workmanship, timeless design and reliability and be inspired by the precision and comfort of every use. Treat yourself to something special - and turn every cut into an experience with a Güde Alpha knife.

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Use the precisely balanced blade with optimum wading angle for particularly fine, even cuts - perfect for wafer-thin carving of meat or vegetables: the sturdy design prevents the knife from warping, so you can effortlessly achieve precise results. Especially when filleting or larding, you benefit from the excellent control and guidance that meets even professional requirements.

With this knife from the Güde Alpha, you will experience how finely wafer-thin carpaccio slices of beef fillet can be cut or how precisely fresh herbs can be weighed. You will also master the exact portioning of tender salmon fillet or the slicing of ripe tomatoes with ease thanks to the exceptional sharpness and balance of this model. Every task in your kitchen becomes a pleasurable experience.

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

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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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Chef's knife Kappa

Price range: € 146.00 to € 192.00
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Compact full metal chef's knife for precise, agile cutting work.

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Chef's knife Mikarta

188,00 
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Versatile chef's knife with hand-forged, ice-hardened all-purpose blade - precise for fine cuts, powerful for chopping...

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Damascus chef's knife

1.762,00 
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Extra-thin, 300-layer Damascus blade for precise precision work with a handle made of desert ironwood.

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Chef's knife Briccole

222,00 
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Versatile chef's knife with hand-sharpened, ice-hardened blade - flair of the lagoon city for precise cutting...

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Chef's knife Delta

Price range: € 163.00 to € 197.00
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Full metal chef's knife with smoked oak - precise balance for weighing cuts and dicing.

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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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Chef's knife Franz Güde

149,00 
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Chef's knife with handle made from fine, local plum wood – triple riveted for stability.

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Chef's knife olive

Price range: € 150.00 to € 194.00
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Precise all-round talent with warm olive wood handle for effortless everyday cutting.

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Chef's knife walnut

Price range: € 164.00 to € 214.00
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Forged precision with a warm walnut grain - the balanced all-rounder for every cut.

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Chef's knife barrel oak

Price range: € 164.00 to € 214.00
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Barrel oak handle with authentic feel - ergonomic all-rounder for cradle cutting and precise slicing.

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Chef's knife Synchros Olive

278,00 
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Wide blade made of Japanese steel, warm olive wood handle - the versatile all-rounder for every cut.

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Chef's knife Synchros smoked oak

278,00 
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Full metal blade with Asian cutting geometry and smoked oak handle - precision meets craftsmanship.

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Chef's knife Karl Güde

Price range: € 157.00 to € 196.00
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Hand-ground blade with polished plum wood handle - precise balance for effortless cutting.

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Chef's knife Balkhauser Kotten

188,00 
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Hand-forged blade with handle made from historic waterwheel oak wood - blacksmithing meets living history.

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