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Chef's knife Karl Güde
Price range: € 157.00 to € 196.00
Hand-ground blade with polished plum wood handle - precise balance for effortless cutting.
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About the knife series
The knives in the Karl Güde series are forged from a single piece of chrome-molybdenum-vanadium knife steel and ground and honed by hand using traditional craftsmanship. The steel is hardened to an optimum hardness of approximately 57 HRC, ensuring long-lasting cutting performance and flexibility. The series is characterized by high-quality wooden handles, which give the knives excellent balance and special handling. With its traditional Solingen blacksmithing, the Karl Güde stands for the highest quality and durability.
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119,00 €About Franz Güde GmbH
Franz Güde has been manufacturing in Solingen since 1910. Solingen has been manufacturing knives using traditional craftsmanship. For four generations, the manufacturer has been combining German blacksmithing heritage with modern demands for precision and durability.
Every Güde is genuinely handmade —from blade shaping and grinding to the final polish. The master craftsmen rely on proven steel alloys and balanced handling, which pays off noticeably in everyday use.
When Güde a Güde knife, you are choosing a tool for life: reliable, repairable, and with the satisfying feeling of holding genuine Solingen craftsmanship in your hands.
The Karl Güde chef's knife is a masterpiece of traditional knife manufacturing from Solingen. This high-quality tool, measuring 21 cm in length, is crafted in up to 55 meticulous steps, making it ideal for a wide range of cutting tasks in the kitchen. The blade, hand-forged from chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, offers exceptional sharpness and durability. This is complemented by a finely polished plum wood handle, which is triple-riveted and offers comfortable ergonomics. The knife combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design and precision, making it a true classic in the kitchen. With its robust, hand-ground blade, it is perfect for delicate cuts and offers you the security of an exclusive and authentic Güde. As part of theGüde, this chef's knife is a real treasure for any cook who values quality and tradition.
Pro Tip:
To achieve optimal results with the **Karl Güde chef's knife**, use the recommended cutting technique by holding the knife at the transition from the handle to the bolster and guiding the blade in a steady up-and-down motion along your fingertips. This allows for precise cuts while ensuring safe handling. Be sure to sharpen the knife regularly to maintain its sharpness and efficiency.
The Karl Güde chef's knife is a masterpiece of traditional knife manufacturing from Solingen. This high-quality tool, measuring 21 cm in length, is crafted in up to 55 meticulous steps, making it ideal for a wide range of cutting tasks in the kitchen. The blade, hand-forged from chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, offers exceptional sharpness and durability. This is complemented by a finely polished plum wood handle, which is triple-riveted and offers comfortable ergonomics. The knife combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design and precision, making it a true classic in the kitchen. With its robust, hand-ground blade, it is perfect for delicate cuts and offers you the security of an exclusive and authentic Güde. As part of theGüde, this chef's knife is a real treasure for any cook who values quality and tradition.
With the Karl Güde chef's knife, you have a true all-rounder in your hand that is indispensable for both classic and creative work. Thanks to its balanced blade, you can effortlessly cut meat, fish, vegetables, and fruit into fine slices or cubes with precision. When weighing and chopping herbs, the curved blade shape supports perfect guidance so that you can work quickly and cleanly. Its wide blade also allows you to transfer cut ingredients directly into the pot or pan as if on a mini cutting board, while maintaining full control at all times.
Creative uses include portioning dough for homemade pasta or arranging cheese platters, where the knife's sharpness and stability really shine. Even chopping nuts, carefully filleting fish, or shaping delicate vegetable decorations for your guests are no problem with this chef's knife. Enjoy the incomparable feeling when the Karl Güde glides effortlessly through firm pumpkins or when you use it to cut wafer-thin slices of chocolate for desserts. This knife opens up classic and unusual preparation options in your kitchen that you will soon not want to do without.
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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