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About the knife series

The Alpha series from Güde for hand-forged knives made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which impress with their ice-hardened, rustproof, and hand-sharpened blades.
The special feature is the finely structured handle scales made of velvety pear wood, which offer a pleasant feel and an elegant appearance.
Typical features of this series are the triple riveting with distinctive palm rivets and the forged double bolster for perfect balance and fatigue-free working.
Each knife is created in over 40 manual steps and meets the highest standards of function, design, and traditional Solingen blacksmithing.


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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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Bread knife pear

Price range: € 164.00 to € 299.00
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Serrated edge for perfect slices, pear wood handle with distinctive grain for stylish cutting.

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Santoku Kulle Alpha Pear

197,00 
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Santoku with scalloped edge and warm pearwood handle - Japanese cutting art for effortless, non-stick work.

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Chai Dao pear

193,00 
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Authentic Chai Dao with pear wood handle - chops powerfully and transports chopped food directly to the wok.

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Chef's knife China shape pear

214,00 
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China blade from Solingen meets fine pear wood - wide blade for effortless weighing and scooping.

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Pear preparation knife

133,00 
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Pointed blade for delicate cuts, warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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Pear larding knife

Price range: € 97.00 to € 100.00
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Feather-light larding knife with a warm shimmering pear wood handle for precise turning cuts on citrus fruits and delicate vegetables.

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Pear paring knife

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

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Paring knife pear

94,00 
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Hand-sharpened precision meets warm-toned pear wood - compact, pleasant to the touch, ideal for delicate vegetable slicing.

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Tomato knife pear

105,00 
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Serrated edge meets fine pear wood - precise tomato slices without crushing.

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Boning knife pear

135,00 
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Flexible blade for precise triggering - pear wood handle feels velvety in the hand.

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Filleting knife pear

147,00 
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Flexible blade for perfect fillets, velvety pear wood feel for precise control.

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Hacker pear

214,00 
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Forged cleaver with pear wood handle - splits bones powerfully, wide blade protects fingers.

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Meat fork pear

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with elegant pear wood handle for safe carving and stylish serving.

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Cheese knife pear

120,00 
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Perforated blade for stick-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 cutting through hard cheese without sticking, pear wood handle for a warm feel.

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Herb knife Shark pear

192,00 
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Wave blade cradles herbs in a rocking cut - soft pear wood nestles warmly against the hand.

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Sharpening steel pear

145,00 
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Sharpening steel with warm pear wood handle - straightens cutting edges precisely, ideal for daily care.

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About Franz Güde GmbH

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen knives by hand – spanning four generations. Each blade is forged, ground, and individually honed by experienced master blacksmiths.

What Güde the combination of traditional Solingen craftsmanship and uncompromising material quality. These are not mass-produced products, but tools with character.

A Güde not only fits perfectly in your hand – it becomes a faithful companion in your kitchen, serving you for decades and even improving with age.

About the history
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The Birne ham knife from Güde exclusive Alpha series Güde for uncompromising quality and centuries-old Solingen craftsmanship. Up to 55 manual steps are required to produce a hand-forged blade made of high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which impresses with its exceptional sharpness and durability. Thanks to its narrow, 21 cm long blade, the knife glides effortlessly and precisely through tender meat, ham, or roast, ensuring wafer-thin, perfect slices—even with delicate foods. Traditional craftsmanship is combined with modern design and excellent balance thanks to the ergonomic handle made of velvety-fine pear wood, which fits comfortably in the hand and gives each knife an individual, elegant character. The precise workmanship and striking stainless steel rivets stand for stability and stylish looks.With a Güde , you are not just purchasing a tool, but a genuine piece of craftsmanship – developed for discerning connoisseurs and passionate amateur chefs who value quality, precision, and aesthetics. Choose a knife that stylishly combines traditional mastery and maximum functionality – and make carving a moment of pleasure in a class of its own.

Pro Tip:

Pull the ham knife through the food in long, even strokes without applying pressure—the narrow blade does the work by itself, ensuring wafer-thin, even slices without tearing. Sharpen the blade regularly with a sharpening steel (angle 15-20 degrees) to ensure that the knife cuts as precisely as it did on the first day, even after years of use.

Discover the Güde Birne Güde , a masterpiece of Solingen blacksmithing that combines traditional precision with modern elegance—for anyone who values exact results and an exceptional cutting experience.

The Birne ham knife really comes into its own when carving ham, roast meat, or tender roast beef: Thanks to the narrow, 21 cm long blade, you can cut wafer-thin, even slices almost effortlessly without tearing the delicate meat. Especially with air-dried ham or high-quality salmon, you benefit from the excellent sharpness and flexibility of the hand-forged blade – thus optimally preserving taste and texture.

In addition to its traditional use, the ham knife is also a creative all-rounder in the kitchen: use it, for example, to precisely cut larger fruits such as melons, pineapples, or papayas into fine strips or to conjure up wafer-thin carpaccio slices of beetroot, zucchini, or other vegetables. Even delicate fish such as salmon fillet can be portioned into perfect sashimi slices without any effort.

The ergonomic handle made of velvety-fine pear wood is particularly comfortable and non-slip in the hand, which makes working with it for long periods of time much easier. Professional balance and traditional design make carving and filleting a moment of pleasure in which quality and aesthetics can be felt.

With the pear ham knife, you are adding a tool to your kitchen that can be used in many ways, both for festive occasions and in creative everyday life – for everyone who appreciates knife craftsmanship at the highest level.

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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Germany 5 € flat rate 50 € value of goods
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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For deliveries outside Europe, please contact us using the contact form.

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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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Ham knife walnut

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin cuts, elegant walnut handle for perfect control.

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Ham knife Balkhauser Kotten

149,00 
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Precision meets historic oak wood from the Balkhausen waterwheel - each knife is unique.

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Ham knife olive

Price range: € 142.00 to € 169.00
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Wafer-thin slices of ham - the flexible blade glides precisely through fine slices.

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Ham knife Briccole

173,00 
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Ham knife for wafer-thin slices - precise, long, effortless. Briccole wooden handle for exclusive style...

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Karl Güde ham knife

119,00 
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Extra-long, flexible blade with a narrow grind for wafer-thin slices of ham - with a warm plum wood handle.

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Ham knife Franz Güde

119,00 
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Hand-forged, tapered blade with plum wood handle - precise cutting of wafer-thin slices of ham.

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Damascus ham knife

1.533,00 
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Ultra-sharp Damascus blade and desert ironwood handle for perfect ham slices.

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Alpha ham knife

Price range: € 112.00 to € 135.00
Contains 19% VAT.
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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Ham knife Mikarta

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin slices, non-slip Mikarta even for long cutting series.

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Caminada ham knife

Price range: € 195.00 to € 341.00
Contains 19% VAT.
Delicate, long blade - perfect for cutting the finest hams!

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Ham knife Kappa

123,00 
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All-metal blade cuts ham and salmon into wafer-thin, perfect slices.

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