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About the knife series

The Karl Güde series is named in honor of the founder of Güde and embodies the traditional craftsmanship of Solingen 1910. The knives are drop-forged from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, ground by hand, ice-hardened, and sharpened by hand. The handle scales are made of fine plum wood, which is finely polished and secured with three brass rivets – an authentic construction method that is still used today in this special edition, just as it was 100 years ago. With their elegant narrow neck and classic design, these knives combine timeless charm with high quality and optimal balance.


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Karl Güde Chef's Knife

Price range: €157.00 to €196.00
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Hand-honed blade with a polished plum wood handle – precisely balanced for effortless cutting.

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Karl Güde Filleting Knife

113,00 
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Flexible blade and wooden handle – ideal for filleting, precise, and comfortable even during long periods of use.

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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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About Franz Güde

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen knives by hand – now in its fourth generation. Each blade is forged by experienced master blacksmiths, ground, and sharpened by hand on traditional whetstones.

What Güde : uncompromising quality "Made in Solingen" and the perfect balance between traditional craftsmanship and modern design. Each knife undergoes up to 40 steps before it leaves the workshop.

The result? Knives that last a lifetime and make cutting a joy – valued in professional and amateur kitchens worldwide.

About the History
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The Karl Güde combines traditional craftsmanship from Solingen state-of-the-art precision—each blade is hand-forged in up to 55 manual steps, giving it its exceptional sharpness and durability. With a blade length of 10 cm or 13 cm, this versatile knife is ideal for fine cutting work: it is perfect for cleaning, peeling, and precisely cutting fruit, vegetables, and herbs. At its heart is the elaborately crafted chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which ensures consistent cutting quality and easy resharpening. The finely polished handle made of fine plum wood not only fits comfortably in the hand, but also gives each knife its own unique character and balanced handling. Inspired by the first designs from the Güde , this paring knife is an authentic classic – manufactured using methods that have stood for the highest quality knife craftsmanship in Solingen for generations. Whether as a precise paring knife on the cutting board or as an agile helper directly in your hand, the Karl Güde paring knife Güde the highest standards of style, aesthetics, and functionality. If you are looking for genuine manufacturing charm and uncompromising sharpness, investing in this knife means investing in an exclusive tool for moments of pleasure at the highest level.

Pro tip:

When peeling or finely chopping, it is best to hold it like a pen directly in your hand—this allows you to make the most of the short, precise blade for exact cuts and maintain perfect control even with round or small ingredients. Thanks to its exceptional sharpness, gentle pressure is all it takes to cut fruit, vegetables, or herbs cleanly and preserve their freshness.

The Karl Güde combines traditional craftsmanship from Solingen state-of-the-art precision—each blade is hand-forged in up to 55 manual steps, giving it its exceptional sharpness and durability. With a blade length of 10 cm or 13 cm, this versatile knife is ideal for fine cutting work: it is perfect for cleaning, peeling, and precision cutting of fruit, vegetables, and herbs. At its heart is the elaborately crafted chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which ensures consistent cutting quality and easy resharpening. The finely polished handle made of fine plum wood not only fits comfortably in the hand, but also gives each knife its own unique character and balanced handling. Inspired by the first designs from the Güde , this paring knife is an authentic classic – manufactured using methods that have stood for the highest quality knife craftsmanship in Solingen for generations. Whether as a precise paring knife on the cutting board or as an agile helper directly in your hand, the Karl Güde paring knife Güde the highest standards of style, aesthetics, and functionality.

In everyday life, the Karl Güde is your versatile companion for the finest kitchen tasks. It is traditionally used to skillfully peel and core fruit and vegetables or to precisely chop onions, herbs, and small fruits. Removing tendons from meat or larding a roast with aromatic herbs and bacon is also child's play – the knife always remains firmly in your grip thanks to its non-slip blade on both sides. Even when performing delicate tasks such as trimming fish or portioning mushrooms, the Karl Güde impresses with its high cutting performance and excellent maneuverability.

You can creatively expand the range of uses: the knife is ideal for finely chopping fresh herbs to bring out their flavors. Whether as an elegant tool for preparing sushi, decorating desserts, or artfully cutting vegetable flowers, the forged paring knife sets no limits to your culinary sophistication. The handy knife is also a reliable partner for picnics or travel, allowing you to prepare fresh food on the go and enhance the taste experience.

With the Karl Güde , you are investing in a kitchen tool that will give you the utmost pleasure and enjoyment in both professional and home kitchens. The unique combination of precision craftsmanship, fine materials, and timeless design makes this knife a stylish companion for anyone who values quality, functionality, and traditional knife craftsmanship.

Prices

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Fast delivery

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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.

Outside Europe

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

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Olive Paring Knife

Price range: €90.00 to €95.00
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Precise detail work with a handy paring knife in a Mediterranean olive wood design.

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Alpha Paring Knife

Price range: €73.00 to €75.00
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Compact paring knife, ideal for precise peeling and cutting of fruits, vegetables, and herbs...

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Balkhauser Kotten Paring Knife

96,00 
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A paring knife with a handle made from 200-year-old waterwheel oak from the historic knife-grinding workshop.

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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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Fasseiche paring knife

Price range: €94.00 to €100.00
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Precision paring knife made from 100-year-old oak—for the finest peeling work.

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Walnut paring knife

Price range: €97.00 to €100.00
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Compact 8-cm blade for precise peeling and trimming – warm walnut handle for fatigue-free work.

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Delta Paring Knife

Price range: €114.00 to €124.00
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Slim blade for precise cuts, smoked oak handle for a secure grip.

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Briccole paring knife

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

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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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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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Mikarta paring knife

96,00 
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Hand-forged paring knife with a non-slip Mikarta – for precise, detailed cuts even with wet hands.

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Kappa paring knife

Price range: €85.00 to €86.00
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A narrow, pointed blade for precise removal of tendons and pressure marks.

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