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About the knife series

The Alpha series from Güde handles made from finely grained American walnut wood, which are triple-riveted with stainless steel rivets and a distinctive aluminum palm rivet.
Each knife is traditionally hand-forged from a single piece of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, ice-hardened, and sharpened to guarantee optimum hardness of approx. 57–58 HRC and long-lasting sharpness.
Thanks to their full tang and double bolster, the knives are perfectly balanced and offer outstanding ergonomics and safety in handling.
Each piece is the result of numerous precise steps and reflects the highest quality workmanship and traditional Solingen craftsmanship.


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Walnut Chef's Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €214.00
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Forged precision with a warm walnut grain—the well-balanced all-rounder for every cut.

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Walnut Bread Knife

Price range: €164.00 to €299.00
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Serrated edge for a crispy crust, walnut handle for a warm grip—perfect slices without losing any crumbs.

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Santoku Kulle Walnut

197,00 
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Japanese Santoku knife with a walnut handle and a serrated edge—versatile, precise, and perfectly balanced.

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Chai Dao Walnut

193,00 
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Wide chopping blade with walnut handle – cuts through everything from cabbage to bones.

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Walnut Paring Knife

133,00 
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A handy all-purpose knife with a 16-cm blade and a warm walnut handle for precise food prep.

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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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Walnut Peeling Knife

94,00 
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Curved blade for effortless peeling – elegant walnut handle for precise control.

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Walnut Vegetable Knife

94,00 
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A sharp blade for precise cuts, a walnut handle for fatigue-free work.

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Flexible boning knife, walnut

135,00 
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The flexible blade follows every contour of the bone – walnut handle for precise control.

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Flexible Filleting Knife, Walnut

147,00 
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The flexible blade follows every bone, and the walnut handle provides a perfect grip even when wet.

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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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Meat Fork, Walnut

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with a heat-insulating walnut handle for carving that preserves juices and safe serving.

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Walnut Fork

100,00 
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Two-pronged serving fork with walnut handle – serves roast meat precisely without tearing it apart.

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Cheese Knife (Walnut)

120,00 
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A sharp blade for hard Parmesan, with a walnut handle that stays cool while slicing.

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Hard Cheese Knife, Walnut

150,00 
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The sturdy blade cuts through hard Parmesan with ease – walnut handle for a secure grip.

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Shark Walnut Herb Knife

192,00 
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The curved Shark blade glides through herbs—with a walnut handle for smooth, waste-free chopping.

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Walnut Sharpening Steel

145,00 
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Chrome-plated grooves and a warm walnut handle: precisely aligns the cutting edges and is perfectly balanced.

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About Franz Güde

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen – now in its fourth generation. Each blade is forged and ground by experienced master blacksmiths and stamped with the characteristic Güde.

The Solingen-based manufacturer combines traditional blacksmithing with state-of-the-art steel technology. Precise craftsmanship and careful selection of materials make every Güde a durable tool with exceptional sharpness.

With a Güde, you hold a piece of German knife craftsmanship in your hands that will last for generations and bring you joy every day when cooking.

About the History
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The Güde Alpha W464/13Güde embodies Solingen blacksmithing at its finest—traditionally crafted in up to 55 manual steps for uncompromising precision and quality. The hand-forged 13 cm blade made of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel remains particularly sharp for a long time thanks to its fine, pointed serrated edge and glides through firm tomato skins as effortlessly as through soft flesh. This ensures perfect slices – without squashing or fraying. The multiple serrated edge also ensures clean cuts with other delicate or firm ingredients, making the knife versatile for use with bread rolls or even baked goods. The ergonomically shaped handle made of American walnut wood, triple riveted, combines timeless elegance with a secure grip – the fine wood fits comfortably in the hand and underlines the exclusive character of the knife. Each knife in the Alpha series is stainless, ice-hardened, and hand-sharpened—a truly unique piece that can last for generations. Treat yourself to professional quality based on tradition and experience a tomato knife that will delight you every day. A must-have for anyone who demands the highest standards of sharpness, design, and craftsmanship when cutting.

Pro tip:

Use the Alpha tomato knife by guiding the fine, pointed serrated blade evenly through the tomato skin with a gentle sawing motion—this will give you perfect, smooth slices without crushing or fraying the soft flesh. For even more precise results, it is best to always place the knife against the skin with the tip and let the blade's own weight do the work.

The Güde Alpha W464/13 Güde impresses with its uncompromising sharpness and is ideal for both classic and creative use.
With its finely serrated blade, you can cut even ripe tomatoes with hard skins precisely and without crushing or fraying them – ideal for preparing perfect tomato slices for fresh salads, caprese or sandwiches. Other delicate vegetables such as peppers or soft fruits such as peaches and kiwis can also be cut easily and cleanly.
Once you've used this knife creatively, you won't want to be without it: the serrated edge is ideal for cutting crispy rolls and juicy baguettes without crushing the baked goods. Even cakes, pies, or small baked goods can be effortlessly cut into even pieces.
The delicate, hand-forged blade also makes the knife ideal for delicate precision work such as decorative cutting of fruit and vegetables for buffets, use at picnics, or preparing snacks on the go.
Thanks to its ergonomic handle made of fine American walnut wood with a unique grain, the knife fits securely and comfortably in your hand—a noticeable difference for anyone who values quality, durability, and genuine craftsmanship.
Whether for classic tomato preparation or creative cutting ideas, with the Güde Alpha Güde you can count on maximum precision and versatility that will enrich your everyday life in the kitchen and make every meal something special.

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.

Outside Europe

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

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Alpha Tomato Knife

80,00 
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Alpha serrated Alpha cuts tomatoes, fruit, and cheese effortlessly and precisely.

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Olive Tomato Knife

99,00 
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The serrated edge cuts cleanly through tomato skins—with a warm olive wood handle.

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Pear-shaped tomato knife

105,00 
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A serrated edge meets fine pear wood – for precise tomato slices without crushing them.

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Tomato Knife, Oak Handle

105,00 
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Wavy edge created by tomato skins and a hand-forged oak handle with distinctive grain.

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Delta Tomato Knife

140,00 
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The serrated edge slices tomatoes paper-thin without crushing them—the flesh remains intact.

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Kappa Tomato Knife

92,00 
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Serrated edge for precise cuts through tomato skins – all-metal construction.

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