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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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Chef's knife Karl Güde

Price range: € 157.00 to € 196.00
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Hand-ground blade with polished plum wood handle - precise balance for effortless cutting.

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Fillet knife Karl Güde

113,00 
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Flexible blade and wooden handle - precise filleting, fatigue-free for long periods of work.

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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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About Franz Güde GmbH

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.

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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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Within Germany usually the next working day. Orders from abroad are also processed immediately and dispatched quickly.

Delivery areas

  • Delivery within Germany and Europe.
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Shipping costs

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Europe 14 € flat rate 100 € value of goods

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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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Larding knife olive

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

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Larding knife Alpha

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

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Larding knife Balkhauser Kotten

96,00 
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Larding knife with handle made from 200-year-old waterwheel oak from the historic grinding shop.

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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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Larding knife barrel oak

Price range: € 94.00 to € 100.00
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Precise paring knife with 100-year-old barrel oak – for the finest peeling work.

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Larding knife walnut

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

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Larding knife Delta

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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Larding knife Briccole

105,00 
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Filigree larding knife: precise processing of vegetables, fruit and herbs - with the unique handle made of Venetian gondola wood

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Larding knife Franz Güde

72,00 
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Versatile paring knife with plum wood handle - precise for vegetables, herbs and more.

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Larding knife Damascus

934,00 
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The Damascus larding knife with desert ironwood handle cuts precisely and exceptionally sharp and masters even firm roasts effortlessly.

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Larding knife Mikarta

96,00 
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Hand-forged larding knife with non-slip Mikarta- precise detailed cuts even with wet hands.

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Larding knife Kappa

Price range: € 85.00 to € 86.00
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Narrow, pointed blade for precise removal of tendons and pressure points.

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