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About the knife series

The Franz Güde pays tribute to the founder of the manufacturer and inventor of the Güde. Each knife features a hand-forged blade made of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel and a handle made of fine plum wood. Meticulously handcrafted, they offer perfect balance, precise cutting, and a distinctive look. A piece of Solingen tradition for today's kitchen.


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Franz Güde Chef's Knife

149,00 
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Chef's knife with a handle made of fine, locally sourced plum wood—triple-riveted for stability.

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Franz Güde Paring Knife

72,00 
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Versatile paring knife with a plum wood handle—perfect for vegetables, herbs, and more.

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Franz Güde Vegetable Knife

70,00 
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Hand-sharpened vegetable knife with a slender blade and a plum wood handle.

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Franz Güde Filleting Knife

108,00 
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A slim, flexible blade for effortless, precise filleting of fish and paper-thin slices of meat.

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About Franz Güde

Güde has been manufacturing Güde that combine craftsmanship, history, and passion since 1910. Solingen manufacturer Solingen known for its uncompromising quality philosophy and high proportion of handcrafted work. Whether a classic chef's knife or an innovative designer model, every Güde stands for precision, functionality, and unmistakable aesthetics. A brand that continues to shape the art of knife making at the highest level to this day.

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The Franz Güde ham knife from the renowned Franz Güde combines precision craftsmanship with timeless design and maximum cutting performance. The hand-forged blade is made of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, is ice-hardened, and has been hand-sharpened by experienced knife makers—for effortless, precise cuts of ham, roast, or other fine cuts of meat.

The elegant handle made of triple-riveted plum wood (the type of wood varies depending on the series, but is always high-quality and durable) ensures a comfortable feel, an elegant look, and optimal balance with every cut. Up to 55 manual steps guarantee the highest level of quality and long-lasting sharpness – each knife becomes an individual masterpiece of Solingen craftsmanship.

The classic Güde pays tribute to both tradition and innovation, making the ham knife an indispensable companion for connoisseurs and ambitious cooks. With this exclusive knife, you are making a real statement in your kitchen – precise, authentic, and unique.

Pro tip:

For wafer-thin, even slices of ham or roast meat, guide the Franz Güde ham knife with a steady, pulling motion and as little pressure as possible—this allows the long, narrow blade to glide cleanly through the meat, preserving its structure and flavor. Additional tip: For best results, always use a sharp ham knife on a suitable cutting board and avoid jerky movements. This will ensure particularly precise and appetizing results.

The Franz Güde ham knife is ideal for cutting wafer-thin slices of ham, air-dried specialties, and roasts.
The long, narrow, hand-sharpened blade glides effortlessly through meat fibers, allowing you to cut precise, even slices without tearing or crushing the meat. This makes the knife particularly valuable when preparing classic carpaccio, fine prosciutto, or Serrano ham.

In addition to ham, the knife is also ideal as a carving knife for roasts, roast beef, and other tender meats—perfect for serving clean, appetizing slices of meat directly at the table or buffet.

Thanks to its slim shape and excellent balance, the ham knife is also well suited for portioning salmon and other fish fillets. If you want to get creative, you can also use it to cut boiled eggs, mozzarella, or even beetroot and zucchini into wafer-thin slices for salads or platters.

Whether for a festive meal, serving antipasti, or making the perfect sandwich, the Franz Güde ham knife is always the right choice when precision, fine cuts, and maximum control are required.

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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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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Damascus Ham Knife

1.533,00 
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Ultra-sharp Damascus blade and desert ironwood handle for perfectly sliced 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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