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About the knife series

The Güde THE KNIFE sets new standards in the art of knife making. Hand-forged from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum knife steel and finished with elaborate craftsmanship, each knife is truly unique. The smoked oak handle impresses with its natural beauty and excellent balance. This series stands for perfection you can feel—from the choice of materials to the final polish. An expression of timeless elegance and the highest cutting culture.


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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. Oak Handle

395,00 
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An all-metal all-rounder with an elegant oak handle—precise, compact, and perfectly balanced for any hand.

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THE KNIFE. Olive

395,00 
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An olive wood handle and a versatile blade—the all-purpose kitchen tool for every occasion.

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THE KNIFE.JADE

1.560,00 
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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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About Franz Güde

The Güde brand has been manufacturing Güde has been manufacturing knives that combine the best of tradition and innovation. Hand-forged, ice-hardened, and sharpened, this unique product of exceptional quality is created in the Solingen factory. Generations of knife makers work with the same passion for precision and perfection. Güde a name that stands for genuine craftsmanship.

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With THE KNIFE , you THE KNIFE cutting at the highest level: the unique design transfers the power of your hand directly to the 26 cm long, hand-forged blade. The ergonomically shaped handle made of fine smoked oak means the knife is perfectly balanced in your hand – like a natural extension of your arm. The wide knife back, considerable weight, and innovative shape offer you maximum control, safety, and precision. Even powerful cuts through large pieces of meat or vegetables are effortless and fatigue-free.

THE KNIFE ambitious amateur chefs and professionals alike with its intuitive handling and unparalleled cutting experience. The multi-award-winning knife combines innovative design with high-quality craftsmanship from Solingen for anyone who wants to set new standards in the kitchen.

Pro tip:

Use the extra-wide blade surface of THE KNIFE as a practical transport scoop—after cutting, you can pick up herbs, vegetables, or other ingredients directly with the blade and transfer them to the pot or pan. This saves time and avoids unnecessary running back and forth between the cutting board and the stove. The wide blade can hold significantly more cut food than conventional chef's knives.

THE KNIFE. RÄUCHEREICHE is your versatile specialist for numerous culinary applications: Thanks to its extra-wide, 26 cm long blade, this chef's knife is ideal for portioning and cutting larger vegetables such as pumpkin, cabbage, or melons. Even large pieces of meat and roasts can be cut effortlessly with a single, clean cut – perfect for preparing Sunday roasts, steaks, or salmon fillets. Thanks to its enormous sharpness and high weight, the knife glides precisely even through soft or fibrous foods such as tomatoes or bunches of herbs. The wide blade surface is ideal for finely chopping and mincing herbs or nuts – even picking up and transporting cut ingredients is child's play. Creative uses: Use THE KNIFE to crush garlic cloves with the wide blade, cut puff pastry rolls, or even finely slice sushi rolls. The control when cutting and the exceptional balance ensure precise results without tiring the hand. A true all-rounder for professional and amateur chefs who value maximum precision and versatility – day after day.

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

Region Shipping costs Free shipping on orders of
Germany €5 flat rate €50 purchase value
Europe €14 flat rate €100 worth of merchandise

Shipping costs are clearly displayed again in the shopping cart and on the order page.

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.

Out of stock
Solingen knives, Güde , Solingen chef's knives, knife sets, sharpening steels, Solingen knives

THE KNIFE. DAMASCUS STEEL SMOKED OAK

2.969,00 
Includes 19% VAT.
Wide Damascus steel chef's knife with a smoked oak handle, precision-crafted.

Read more

Available again soon
Solingen knives, Güde , Solingen chef's knives, knife sets, sharpening steels, Solingen knives

THE KNIFE. Oak Handle

395,00 
Includes 19% VAT.
An all-metal all-rounder with an elegant oak handle—precise, compact, and perfectly balanced for any hand.

Add to Cart

Available now
Solingen knives, Güde , Solingen chef's knives, knife sets, sharpening steels, Solingen knives

THE KNIFE. Olive

395,00 
Includes 19% VAT.
An olive wood handle and a versatile blade—the all-purpose kitchen tool for every occasion.

Add to Cart

Available now
Solingen knives, Güde , Solingen chef's knives, knife sets, sharpening steels, Solingen knives

THE KNIFE.JADE

1.560,00 
Includes 19% VAT.

Add to Cart

Available now
Solingen knives, Güde , Solingen chef's knives, knife sets, sharpening steels, Solingen knives

THE KNIFE. JADE Damascus

4.574,00 
Includes 19% VAT.
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.

Pre-order now

Longer delivery time