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About the knife series

The Alpha series from Güde with its hand-forged blades made from a single piece of high-quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, which are rust-free, ice-hardened, and hand-sharpened.
Characteristic features include the elegant, triple-riveted handle scales made from finely structured, velvety pear wood, which offer a pleasant feel and an elegant appearance.
Typical features include the full tang and the distinctive double bolster, which ensure optimal balance and perfect handling.
Each knife is manufactured in over 40 complex manual steps and stands for uncompromising quality and long-lasting cutting performance.


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Pear chef's knife

Price range: € 164.00 to € 214.00
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Hand-forged blade meets silky-soft pear wood grain - for effortless cutting with natural elegance.

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Bread knife pear

Price range: € 164.00 to € 299.00
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Serrated edge for perfect slices, pear wood handle with distinctive grain for stylish cutting.

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Santoku Kulle Alpha Pear

197,00 
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Santoku with scalloped edge and warm pearwood handle - Japanese cutting art for effortless, non-stick work.

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Chai Dao pear

193,00 
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Authentic Chai Dao with pear wood handle - chops powerfully and transports chopped food directly to the wok.

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Chef's knife China shape pear

214,00 
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China blade from Solingen meets fine pear wood - wide blade for effortless weighing and scooping.

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Pear preparation knife

133,00 
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Pointed blade for delicate cuts, warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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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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Pear paring knife

94,00 
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Curved blade and hand-forged solid steel with pear wood handle for precise peeling of round fruit.

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Paring knife pear

94,00 
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Hand-sharpened precision meets warm-toned pear wood - compact, pleasant to the touch, ideal for delicate vegetable slicing.

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Tomato knife pear

105,00 
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Serrated edge meets fine pear wood - precise tomato slices without crushing.

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Boning knife pear

135,00 
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Flexible blade for precise triggering - pear wood handle feels velvety in the hand.

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Filleting knife pear

147,00 
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Flexible blade for perfect fillets, velvety pear wood feel for precise control.

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Ham knife pear

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin slices of ham - elegant pear wood handle for precise control.

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Hacker pear

214,00 
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Forged cleaver with pear wood handle - splits bones powerfully, wide blade protects fingers.

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Meat fork pear

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with elegant pear wood handle for safe carving and stylish serving.

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Cheese knife pear

120,00 
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Perforated blade for stick-free cutting, elegant pear wood handle for precise portioning.

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Hard cheese knife pear

150,00 
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Perforated blade for cutting through hard cheese without sticking, pear wood handle for a warm feel.

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Herb knife Shark pear

192,00 
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Wave blade cradles herbs in a rocking cut - soft pear wood nestles warmly against the hand.

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About Franz Güde GmbH

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen for over four generations. Each blade is created in up to 40 steps, from the selection of the steel to the final polish.

What makes Güde special is that Güde still Güde master craftsmen who pass on their knowledge and individually test each knife. This combination of traditional Solingen blacksmithing and the highest quality standards makes every Güde a reliable tool for life.

When you choose a Güde, you are choosing precision, durability, and genuine craftsmanship —knives that make their history tangible with every cut.

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The Güde Alpha Güde B055/26 combines traditional Solingen craftsmanship with maximum precision and modern design. Each sharpening steel is created in up to 55 manual steps, setting standards in quality and durability. The 26 cm long, hand-forged blade made of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel ensures reliable and long-lasting sharpening results and is ideal for regular use in the kitchen. A medium-fine sharpening action quickly and safely restores not only all Güde, but also other high-quality kitchen knives to their original sharpness – ideal for re-sharpening when the blade loses its sharpness but is not yet blunt.The handle, made of finely grained, velvety pear wood, fits comfortably in the hand, is triple-riveted, and underlines the exclusive character of this tool. The Alpha series stands for stylish enjoyment and professional standards – the sharpening steel perfectly complements the knife series. Lovers of fine chef's knives appreciate the craftsmanship with which each cutting edge is straightened without removing material. Give your knives lasting sharpness and professional cutting performance with this sharpening steel from Franz Güde. A tool that not only impresses with its quality and workmanship, but also perfectly underlines your passion for good craftsmanship and exclusive kitchen equipment.

Pro Tip:

Before each use, pull your knives a few times at an angle of about 15–20 degrees evenly and without pressure over the Güde Alpha Güde – this will keep the cutting edge permanently sharp without removing any material. Note that the 26 cm long sharpening steel is ideal for safely and comfortably sharpening even large blades.

With the Güde Alpha Güde B055/26, you can restore your high-quality knives to their original sharpness in no time at all and enhance your cutting experience to a professional level. Thanks to its medium-fine grit, this tool is ideal for precisely straightening the fine cutting edge before the knife becomes noticeably blunt.


In classic use, you use the sharpening steel before cutting meat, fish, or vegetables to restore your chef's knife—for example, the Güde or Santoku—to perfect cutting performance. Regular use, especially in ambitious everyday cooking, allows you to master even demanding cuts such as carving a roast, finely filleting fish or precisely chopping herbs effortlessly and safely. Even bread knives benefit: gently pull the serrated blade over the sharpening steel to keep it sharp for longer.


Used creatively, the sharpening steel is also ideal for sharpening other high-quality blades in the household, such as paring or fruit knives, so that you always achieve precise results, from wafer-thin tomato slices to the finest orange peel. With a little practice, even amateur chefs can keep their knives as sharp as the pros—and that's thanks to the stylish, comfortable pear wood handle, which provides a secure grip every time you sharpen. A quick pull across the sharpening steel before cutting saves you from having to resharpen, increases the lifespan of your knives, and underscores your appreciation for craftsmanship and enjoyment every time you prepare food.

Prices

All prices stated on the product pages include VAT and other price components.

Fast delivery

Order by 2 p.m. → same-day shipping!
Within Germany usually the next working day. Orders from abroad are also processed immediately and dispatched quickly.

Delivery areas

  • Delivery within Germany and Europe.
  • Orders outside Europe: Please use the contact form.

Shipping costs

Region Shipping costs Free shipping from
Germany 5 € flat rate 50 € value of goods
Europe 14 € flat rate 100 € value of goods

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Value added tax on shipping costs

The flat-rate shipping fee includes statutory VAT. The specific tax rate depends on the goods ordered and may be reduced if products with a reduced tax rate are included (e.g. books). The final calculation is made during the ordering process and can only be lower in your favor, not higher.

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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Sharpening steel walnut

145,00 
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Chrome steel grooves and warm walnut handle: straightens cutting edges precisely, lies perfectly balanced.

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Sharpening steel barrel oak

145,00 
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Chrome vanadium steel straightens blades precisely - with easy-grip barrel oak handle.

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Sharpening steel Kappa

129,00 
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Full metal sharpening steel with noticeable dead weight for effortless, precise sharpening by gravity.

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Sharpening steel oval

73,40 
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Delta sharpening steel

164,00 
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Fine ribbing and dimensionally stable smoked oak handle for effortless blade maintenance between sharpening intervals.

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Sharpening steel D'Artagnan barrel oak

273,00 
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Fluted steel ribs realign the finest blades - with a fine barrel oak handle for a secure grip.

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Olive sharpening steel

136,00 
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Olive wood handle for optimum grip when honing and sharpening the blade.

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Sharpening steel D'Artagnan Olive

256,00 
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Professional honing for long-lasting sharpness - with Mediterranean olive wood handle.

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