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About the knife series

Güde are true works of art in cutting technology – created from over 300 layers of wild Damascus steel and perfected in up to 55 handcrafted steps. Each knife impresses with its unparalleled sharpness, durability, and characteristic grain. The handle, made from fine desert ironwood, gives each knife a natural elegance and perfect balance. A series that masterfully combines tradition, innovation, and exclusivity.


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Damascus Chef's Knife

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

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THE KNIFE. DAMASCUS STEEL SMOKED OAK

2.969,00 
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Wide Damascus steel chef's knife with a smoked oak handle, precision-crafted.

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THE KNIFE. JADE Damascus

4.574,00 
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The knife is made to order.
Precision Damascus steel chef's knife with an ergonomic jade handle for optimal control when preparing herbs, meat, and vegetables.

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Damascus bread knife

6.084,00 
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The Damascus bread knife, with its extra-long blade and sharp serrated edge, cuts through any crust with ease.

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Santoku Damascus

2.329,00 
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Santoku knife with an ultra-thin Damascus blade and a handle made of desert ironwood—super sharp for precise cuts of vegetables, fish, and meat.

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Chai Dao Damask

2.402,00 
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Hand-forged Damascus knife with a desert ironwood handle — precise cutting and long-lasting sharpness.

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Chinaform Damascus Chef's Knife

2.400,00 
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A masterfully forged all-purpose blade made from 300 layers of Damascus steel, with a handle crafted from desert ironwood, for precise, delicate cuts.

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Damascus paring knife

934,00 
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The Damascus paring knife with a desert ironwood handle cuts with precision and exceptional sharpness, effortlessly handling even the toughest roasts.

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Damascus meat fork

1.542,00 
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This Damascus steel meat fork with a desert ironwood handle glides precisely through any roast with its two pointed prongs.

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About Franz Güde

Güde is a family business with a long history—and a clear mission: knives in perfection. Since 1910, Solingen blades have been produced in Solingen that embody the highest precision and durability. Every step of the process is a testament to experience and passion. The result: timeless tools that masterfully combine craftsmanship and design.

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The Güde Solingen DamascusSolingen from the exclusive Damascus series is a masterpiece of traditional blacksmithing and modern precision. Its hand-forged blade, made from over 300 layers of "wild Damascus," offers impressive sharpness and exceptional durability—perfect for cutting wafer-thin slices of ham, roast meat, and even vegetables. Up to 55 manual steps are required to create a blade whose fine Damascus pattern is not only an aesthetic highlight but also an expression of the highest craftsmanship. The 21 cm long, slim blade body ensures precise, smooth cuts without tearing or crushing the food. Thanks to its elegant handle made of extremely hard, uniquely grained desert ironwood, the knife lies securely and comfortably in the hand – further proof of the uncompromising quality and elegance of this knife. The special chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel combines hardness and flexibility for lasting, precise cutting performance. With this ham knife, you not only have an exclusive tool for the highest demands, but also a truly unique item for connoisseurs and gourmets – a highlight in any sophisticated kitchen and a strong statement for quality from Solingen.

Pro tip:

For particularly fine slices of ham or roast meat, guide the knife through the food with gentle, long strokes without applying pressure—this will produce even, wafer-thin slices without tearing the fibers. Be sure to use the entire length of the blade to make the most of the knife's sharpness and precision.

The Damascus ham knife is your specialist for precise, wafer-thin cuts and shows its strengths wherever the highest cutting quality is required.

It is perfect for cutting wafer-thin slices of ham, raw ham, Parma or Serrano ham, roasts, and whole pieces of meat. Thanks to its long, slender blade, you can glide effortlessly through meat without tearing fibers—also ideal for roast beef or tender fillet.

Even larger, firmer vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, or kohlrabi can be effortlessly cut into fine slices or strips. Its exceptional sharpness and flexibility also allow for creative uses, such as cutting wafer-thin slices of carpaccio (meat or vegetables), filleting whole fish, or carving poultry.

Discover the flat shape as an elegant alternative to the classic chef's knife: cut salmon and other fish into fine slices, prepare sushi ingredients, or portion soft cheese with extreme precision.

Use this knife whenever you want the finest cutting results—whether for gourmet platters, creative appetizers, or sophisticated dishes.

Prices

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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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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.

Outside Europe

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

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Alpha Serrated Ham Knife

143,00 
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The serrated Güde Alpha slices ham, roast meat, and more into paper-thin slices—precisely and effortlessly, even through a tough crust.

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Walnut Ham Knife

149,00 
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Flexible blade for razor-thin slices, elegant walnut handle for perfect 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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Balkhauser Kotten Ham Knife

149,00 
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Precision meets historic oak from the Balkhauser waterwheel—each knife is one of a kind.

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Olive Ham Knife

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

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Briccole Ham Knife

173,00 
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Ham knife for paper-thin slices – precise, long, effortless. Briccole wood handle for an exclusive look...

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Karl Güde Ham Knife

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

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Franz Güde Ham Knife

119,00 
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Hand-forged, tapered blade with a plum wood handle – for precisely slicing paper-thin slices of ham.

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Alpha Ham Knife

Price range: €112.00 to €135.00
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The Güde Alpha glides smoothly through ham and roasts thanks to its hand-forged, stainless-steel blade and easy-to-clean handle—perfect for thin slices and precise portioning...

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Mikarta Ham Knife

149,00 
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Flexible blade for paper-thin slices; non-slip Mikarta, even during long cutting sessions.

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Caminada Ham Knife

Price range: €195.00 to €341.00
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A slender, long blade—perfect for slicing the finest ham!

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Kappa Ham Knife

123,00 
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The all-metal blade slices ham and salmon into paper-thin, perfect slices.

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