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About the knife series

The Güde Alpha series combines traditional blacksmithing with elegant design and was developed in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Harald Rüssel. The blades are forged from chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, ice-hardened, and hand-sharpened, with each knife being crafted by hand in over 40 manual steps. The special feature of the series is the handle scales made from oak wine barrels, which have become exceptionally robust and durable thanks to decades of storage. The handles with their characteristic double bolster and palm rivet made of aluminum and stainless steel rivets ensure perfect balance and fatigue-free working with a hardness of 57-58 HRC.


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Chef's knife barrel oak

Price range: € 164.00 to € 214.00
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Barrel oak handle with authentic feel - ergonomic all-rounder for cradle cutting and precise slicing.

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THE KNIFE. Barrel oak

395,00 
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All-metal all-rounder with elegant barrel oak handle - precise, compact and perfectly balanced for every hand.

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Bread knife barrel oak

Price range: € 164.00 to € 299.00
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Scalloped edge with crispy crusts, barrel oak handle with natural warmth in the hand.

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Santoku Kulle barrel oak

197,00 
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Japanese Santoku with scalloped edge and handle made from oiled wine barrel oak - precise and elegant to the touch.

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Chai Dao barrel oak

193,00 
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Barrel oak handle meets solid blade - chops effortlessly through cabbage and pumpkin.

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Chef's knife China shape barrel oak

214,00 
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Wide Chinese blade for effortless chopping of large quantities of vegetables - with distinctive barrel oak grain.

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Preparation knife barrel oak

133,00 
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Pointed blade for wafer-thin cuts, characterful barrel oak handle for precise detail work.

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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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Paring knife barrel oak

94,00 
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Curved 6 cm blade and smoked barrel oak - precise peeling without loss of material.

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Vegetable knife classic barrel oak

94,00 
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Hand-forged paring knife with barrel oak handle - precise cuts from peppers to root vegetables.

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Paring knife barrel oak

94,00 
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Hand-forged with a 100-year-old barrel oak handle – precise cutting control for the finest vegetable work.

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Tomato knife barrel oak

105,00 
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Scalloped edge with tomato skin and hand-forged barrel oak handle scales with striking grain.

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Boning knife barrel oak

135,00 
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Flexible precision blade with handle made from 100-year-old barrel oak – glides effortlessly along the bone.

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Fillet knife barrel oak

147,00 
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Flexible precision blade with grained barrel oak handle - fillets effortlessly between skin and meat.

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Ham knife barrel oak

149,00 
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Flexible blade for wafer-thin slices, smoked barrel oak handle.

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Hacker barrel oak

214,00 
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Solid blade with barrel oak handle - cuts meat and bones with a powerful blow.

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Steak knife barrel oak

101,00 
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Fine texture meets 100 years of matured barrel oak – steak enjoyment with character.

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Porterhouse steak knife barrel oak

121,00 
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Smooth blade for perfect steak cuts, rustic barrel oak handle with striking grain.

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Meat fork barrel oak

147,00 
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Two-pronged meat fork with elegant barrel oak handle - secure grip when carving, elegant appearance at the table.

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Fork Barrel oak

101,00 
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Fork with handle made of genuine barrel oak wood - soaked in the aroma of mature wines.

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Humpback knife barrel oak

30,00 
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Hump knife, smooth cutting edge, oak wood handle

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Cheese knife barrel oak

120,00 
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Perforated blade cuts cheese wafer-thin without sticking, barrel oak handle feels warm in the hand.

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Hard cheese knife barrel oak

150,00 
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Vollerl hard cheese knife with barrel oak handle - effortlessly cuts through parmesan and hard cheeses.

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Herb knife Shark barrel oak

192,00 
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Forged Shark cradle blade with mature barrel oak handle - rhythmically chop herbs like the pros.

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Pocket knife with pitchfork barrel oak

156,00 
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Hand-forged pocket knife with barrel oak handle, blade and integrated pitch fork - cutting and skewering in one.

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Pocket knife barrel oak

143,00 
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Pocket knife made of barrel oak - foldable, with serrated edge for crusts, always ready to hand.

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Jagdnicker barrel oak

189,00 
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Barrel oak handle and bulbous blade for precise prying, skinning and game work with a secure feel.

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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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About Franz Güde GmbH

Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen for over four generations. Each blade is forged, ground, and honed by hand by experienced blacksmiths.

The combination of traditional blacksmithing and modern steel alloys makes Güde tools that last a lifetime. Here, you can still feel that Solingen quality is not just a marketing promise, but a living skill.

A Güde lies perfectly balanced in the hand and becomes sharper with every year – because genuine craftsmanship rewards the loyalty of its owner.

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The Güde Solingen Alpha Solingen E055/26 combines traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art precision and is the perfect tool for anyone who wants to keep their knives sharp for a long time. Hand-forged from high-quality chrome-vanadium steel and finished in over 40 careful steps, this sharpening steel guarantees the highest quality and outstanding durability. The 26 cm long, hard chrome-plated and magnetic rod ensures reliable knife care: with its medium-fine pull, it precisely aligns the cutting edge and maintains the original sharpness of your knives without unnecessary material removal. A special highlight is the handle made of over 100-year-old, robust barrel oak – each piece captivates with its individual grain and makes your sharpening steel truly unique. The balanced ratio between the handle and the rod enables safe, comfortable use and ensures fatigue-free work even with frequent use. Ideal for cooking enthusiasts and professionals: the Güde is perfect for regularly bringing high-quality kitchen knives to the perfect cutting angle and maintaining their cutting performance in the long term.Put your trust in a love of knives and craftsmanship "Made in Solingen – with the Alpha sharpening steel, you are investing in an exclusive kitchen tool that protects your knives, enhances your passion for cooking, and brings a genuine piece of German blacksmithing tradition into your kitchen.

Pro Tip:

Draw your knife evenly across the entire sharpening steel at an angle of 15–20 degrees—from the base of the blade to the tip—and rhythmically switch sides for about ten strokes per side. Use the sharpening steel regularly before the knife becomes blunt, as this will simply straighten the fine cutting edge and maintain optimum sharpness without removing unnecessary material.

The Güde Solingen Alpha Solingen E055/26 is the perfect tool for anyone who values knife care and long-lasting cutting performance. Regularly sharpening your high-quality kitchen knives with this sharpening steel will keep them sharp and make cooking in your kitchen a breeze.

With the medium-fine and magnetic rod of the Güde E055/26 Güde , you can reliably realign the blade of your chef's knife. This sharpening steel is particularly suitable for quickly refreshing all-purpose knives, chef's knives, or meat knives – so you can always cut vegetables, meat, or fish with the highest level of precision. Especially after daily use, when the knife starts to lose its edge, a quick pull across the sharpening steel is all it takes to restore your blade to its original sharpness and allow you to enjoy effortless, precise cuts. Using the sharpening steel means you can avoid frequent re-sharpening and substantially extend the life of your knives.

The sharpening steel can also be used creatively to sharpen special knives, such as fine sushi or filleting knives, whose delicate cutting edge is optimally maintained by the precise medium-fine stroke. You can also benefit from a regularly refreshed edge on bread knives or small paring knives, allowing you to effortlessly slice paper-thin tomato slices or cut even fruit cubes, for example.

The stylish handle made from over 100-year-old barrel oak fits comfortably in the hand and ensures safe, balanced handling. This makes even frequent maintenance of your knives a comfortable ritual. Use the sharpening steel regularly to maintain the sharpness and quality of your cutting tools—and keep your kitchen knives in top condition, whether for Sunday family dinners or creative experimentation with new recipes.

With the Güde Alpha Güde , you can turn knife care into a moment of pleasure, effectively protect your valuable blades, and make a lasting investment in the joy of cooking and traditional craftsmanship.

Prices

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Fast delivery

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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.
  • Orders outside Europe: Please use the contact form.

Shipping costs

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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.
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Sharpening steel pear

145,00 
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Sharpening steel with warm pear wood handle - straightens cutting edges precisely, ideal for daily care.

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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 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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