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About the knife series

The knives in the Güde Alpha Pear series are characterized by hand-forged blades made from a single piece of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which are ice-hardened and sharpened by hand.
As a striking detail, all models have finely textured pear wood handle scales, which are appreciated for their special feel, elegance and durability.
The typical double bolster construction ensures optimum balance and a comfortable grip, while the visible full tang guarantees a stable finish.
Each knife in the series is manufactured in over 40 manual steps and impresses with its maximum functionality, exclusive materials and perfect 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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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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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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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

Since 1910, Franz Güde GmbH has been manufacturing Solingen knives that last for generations. In the city of blades, where the blacksmith's craft has shaped centuries, kitchen knives are still made by hand today - sharpened and balanced by master craftsmen.

Each Güde undergoes over 40 work steps, in which experience and precision merge. You can feel this uncompromising Solingen quality with every cut: in the perfect balance, the long-lasting sharpness and the feeling of working with a tool that was made to last a lifetime.

Güde - authentic Solingen craftsmanship for everyone who appreciates the difference.

About the History
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The Güde Shark Birne herb knife from the renowned Alpha Birne series stands for the highest level of craftsmanship and precision, manufactured in the heart of Solingen. In up to 55 manual steps, one piece of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel is turned into an ice-hardened, hand-sharpened blade of impressive sharpness and durability. The compact, wide 14 cm blade is perfect for precisely weighing, slicing and chopping fresh or dried herbs, seeds, spices or even cheese, offering flexibility for any kitchen, while the softly textured pearwood handle is exceptionally comfortable and secure in the hand - providing balanced, elegant handling even during long chopping sessions. Every line of the design reflects Güde 's long-standing tradition and uncompromising quality awareness. Professionals and ambitious amateur chefs particularly appreciate the fact that the knife retains its edge for a long time thanks to the double-sided sharpening and retains its exclusive sharpness even with frequent use.As a genuine Solingen one-off, this herb knife is not suitable for the dishwasher, which preserves the naturalness and timeless beauty of the fine pear wood handle. With the Güde Shark herb knife, you are choosing a knife that is traditionally handcrafted and lends every cut the character of genuine craftsmanship - a statement of authenticity, lasting value and maximum cutting performance in your kitchen.

Pro tip:

To process fresh or dried herbs in a way that is particularly gentle on the aroma, cradle the Güde Shark Pear herb knife with a loosely gripped handle and a gentle rocking motion over the chopped material - this allows you to achieve even, fine results while protecting your hands, even during long chopping sessions. Pull the knife gently over a sharpening steel regularly before use to ensure that the blade retains its impressive sharpness.

The Güde Shark Pear herb knife is your specialist when it comes to the finest cuts and creative precision work in the kitchen. With its compact, wide 14 cm blade, it is ideally designed to weigh herbs such as parsley or basil quickly and evenly - allowing your herbs to develop their full aroma through gentle cutting. Finely chopping garlic, cutting up small vegetables or preparing fresh salads is also effortless and effortless with this knife. Use the knife in the classic way for precisely chopping dried spices or finely slicing chives directly over your soup - this keeps the aroma fresh and intense. Thanks to the robust, hand-forged blade, the knife is even suitable for coarsely chopping nuts and seeds, for example for muesli or baking. But the Güde Shark Pear herb knife is not only convincing in classic applications: try it creatively as a cheese knife for soft to medium-firm varieties - the wide blade enables precise, clean cuts directly at the table or on the buffet. Chopping dried tomatoes, dividing grapes or portioning avocado for bowls and salads is also a pleasure thanks to the special handling. The pleasantly textured pear wood handle sits securely and comfortably in the hand even when chopping for long periods and ensures balanced handling - a real advantage when weighing large quantities of herbs or for daily use in the kitchen. For all those who value durability and an exclusive companion, the hand-forged finish and high edge retention of this knife set the new benchmark for kitchen tools.

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

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Germany €5 flat rate €50 purchase value
Europe €14 flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

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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.

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

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Shark Alpha Herb Knife

148,00 
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The hand-forged “Shark” Alpha herb knife, Alpha its curved blade, effortlessly chops and cuts herbs, vegetables, and seeds—ideal for delicate kitchen tasks.

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Shark Olive Herb Knife

183,00 
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The serrated edge gently cuts herbs – the non-slip olive wood handle ensures precise cutting.

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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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Shark Walnut Herb Knife

192,00 
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The curved Shark blade glides through herbs—with a walnut handle for smooth, waste-free chopping.

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