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About the knife series

The knives in the Güde di Venezia series feature handle scales made from the oak wood of Venetian briccole – posts that serve as mooring posts and channel markers in the Venice lagoon, among other things.


After about 10 to 20 years in salt water, they are replaced because the shipworm (Teredo navalis) – a type of boring mussel – burrows through the wood, leaving behind characteristic boreholes.


These distinctive drill holes, together with the grayish patina caused by long periods of anaerobic conditions underwater and mineral deposits from the salt water, give the wood its extraordinary character—making each handle unique.


The handles are carefully dried, selected, and triple-riveted, creating a limited special edition that combines Venetian lagoon history with traditional Solingen knife-making craftsmanship.


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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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Briccole Bread Knife

Price range: €288.00 to €330.00
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Bread knife with serrated edge... Briccole wood meets Solingen!

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Larding knife Briccole

105,00 
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Delicate paring knife: precise preparation of vegetables, fruit, and herbs—with a unique handle made from Venetian briccole wood

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About Franz Güde GmbH

Since 1910, Güde with knives from Solingen that combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.


The manufacturer attaches great importance to manual production, in which every step of knife making and finishing is carried out with precision.


The collections are characterized by sharpness, robustness, and a classic design that appeals to professionals and amateur chefs alike.


With over 100 years of experience, Güde is Güde an established brand that stands for the highest quality standards.


A symbol of genuine Solingen blacksmithing that is recognized worldwide.

About the history
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Experience the highest level of craftsmanship and distinctive design with the Güde V765/21 Güde from the exclusive Briccole di Venezia series.

Each knife is crafted in up to 55 manual steps – the result is extraordinary precision and durability that you can feel with every cut.

The hand-forged blade made of high-quality chrome-molybdenum-vanadium steel stays sharp and, thanks to its 21 cm length, glides effortlessly through even the finest slices of ham.

The ergonomic handle made of original Venetian briccole wood is truly unique, crafted from oak posts that stood in the Venice lagoon for decades—riddled with the burrows of the shipworm Teredo navalis and marked by the natural patina of salt water—making each knife distinctive.

With its slim, perfectly balanced design, this knife is ideal not only for ham, but also for roasts, meat, vegetables, or fruit.

An all-round solution for anyone who values the highest quality, distinctive appearance, and traditional craftsmanship in kitchen tools.

This ham knife is not just a kitchen utensil, but an exclusive piece of craftsmanship – ideal for gourmets who celebrate enjoyment and seek something special.

Pro Tip:

For wafer-thin, even slices, guide the Güde through the ham with long, steady strokes without applying pressure—this allows you to make optimal use of the full length of the blade and achieve a particularly clean cut.

Be sure to clean the knife regularly by hand and lightly oil the unique wooden handle from time to time so that you can enjoy its exclusive appearance and functionality for a long time to come.

A ham knife is an indispensable tool when it comes to cutting ham thinly and precisely. Thanks to its long, narrow, and sharply ground blade, you can glide effortlessly through air-dried, smoked, or cooked ham and serve particularly fine, even slices.

But its uses go far beyond the classic cutting of ham: you can also use the ham knife to portion roasts, beef fillets, and poultry with particular accuracy. The slim, medium-pointed shape is also ideal for carving at the table, cutting salmon, fine raw ham (e.g. Parma ham), and for cutting and portioning large fruits or vegetables such as melon or celery.

Creative use: Use your ham knife to make fine slices of carpaccio, to cleanly cut roulades, or to precisely dice larger pieces of meat. The knife also shows its strengths when it comes to special delicacies such as air-dried wild salami or cutting firm fruit bread and pâtés.

For those who appreciate the highest precision and an appealing presentation, the ham knife is the best choice. It supports you in demanding cutting tasks and helps to celebrate the enjoyment of high-quality ingredients.

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.

Outside Europe

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 pear

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin slices of ham - elegant pear wood handle for precise 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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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
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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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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
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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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