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Kappa Sharpening Steel
129,00 €
5 in stock
Solid metal sharpening steel with a substantial weight for effortless, precise sharpening using gravity.
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About the knife series
The Kappa series from Güde made for discerning chefs and connoisseurs: each knife and piece of cutlery is hand-forged from a single piece of stainless chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel and refined in over 30 manual steps.
This solid metal design creates a unique, perfectly balanced shape without transitions or seams – the blade and handle merge seamlessly, ensuring perfect weight distribution, maximum durability, and comfortable handling. The characteristic drop-forging process and the typical Güde give the series its unmistakable, award-winning design and high cutting performance with a hardness of approx. 57–58 HRc.
All items in the Kappa series Kappa stainless, ice-hardened, and even dishwasher-safe —a genuine piece of Solingen knife manufacturing that meets the highest standards.
Other knives in the series
Kappa Chef's Knife
Price range: €146.00 to €192.00Select a version This product is available in several versions. You can select your options on the product page
Kappa Bread Knife
138,00 €Kappa Chef's Knife
111,00 €Kappa paring knife
Price range: €85.00 to €86.00Select a version This product is available in several versions. You can select your options on the product page
Kappa Vegetable Slicer
121,00 €Kappa Peeling Knife
84,00 €Kappa Vegetable Knife
84,00 €Kappa Tomato Knife
92,00 €Kappa Boning Knife
108,00 €Kappa Flexible Filleting Knife
120,00 €Kappa Salmon Knife
205,00 €Kappa Ham Knife
123,00 €Kappa Steak Knife
85,00 €Kappa Meat Fork
120,00 €Kappa Table Knife
86,00 €Kappa Fork
86,00 €Kappa Table Spoon
86,00 €Kappa Cheese Knife
108,00 €Kappa Hard Cheese Knife
138,00 €Kappa Bottle Opener
83,00 €About Franz Güde
Franz Güde has been manufacturing Güde Solingen since 1910. Solingen has been manufacturing knives by hand – across four generations, adhering to the same high quality standards. Each blade is forged, ground, and refined by experienced master craftsmen.
The combination of traditional blacksmithing and precise German engineering makes Güde reliable tools that meet the highest standards. You can feel the Solingen knife culture in every cut.
When you hold a Güde in your hand, you are not just holding a tool—you are holding a piece of living craftsmanship tradition that has survived for generations.
The Güde Kappa Güde embodies the art of Solingen's blacksmithing tradition and sets new standards in terms of precision and durability. Hand-forged from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, each sharpening steel is manufactured in up to 55 manual steps, combining masterful craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology. Thanks to its high-quality all-metal design, the round 26 cm long rod is perfectly balanced and comfortable to hold, enabling safe and efficient sharpening of your kitchen knives. The medium-fine finish ensures gentle but extremely effective sharpening, so that your knives remain razor-sharp and ready for use at all times. Whether in private households or professional catering, this sharpening steel allows you to effortlessly hone your knives and maintain their cutting power in the long term. The combination of exclusive materials, perfect balance, and uncompromising manufacturing quality Kappa every Güde Kappa Güde Kappa reliable companion for discerning cooking enthusiasts. If you value precision and fine workmanship, this model is an investment in an incomparable tool that reflects exclusive Güde in every facet.
Pro tip:
For best results, pull your knives loosely and evenly across the Güde KappaGüde at an angle of about 15–20 degrees, about ten times per side; this will keep your blade permanently sharp and ready for use. The sharpening steel is most effective when you sharpen your knives before or after each use, or at least every two to three uses, applying even pressure from the handle to the tip on both sides of the blade.
With the Güde Kappa Güde , you can maintain your knife blades reliably and conveniently at any time.
This high-quality tool is ideal for maintaining the sharpness of your knives in your home or professional kitchen.
The medium-fine finish allows for particularly gentle yet effective re-sharpening – ideal when the blade still appears slightly dull but has lost its basic sharpness.
The Güde Kappa Güde Kappa classic Kappa for quickly restoring cooking, meat, or vegetable knives to their former sharpness after each use.
It effortlessly straightens the fine burr on the cutting edge, ensuring that your knives cut precisely and safely at all times—whether you are delicately cutting meat, dicing vegetables, or slicing herbs.
For creative applications, you can also use the sharpening steel to prepare knives for special tasks: for example, for slicing carpaccio, precisely filleting fresh fish, or elegantly cutting fruit for desserts.
Thanks to its perfect balance and high-quality all-metal design, the sharpening steel fits comfortably and securely in your hand—even longer knife sessions can be completed without fatigue.
With the Güde Kappa Güde , you Kappa in a professional tool that gives every knife the unparalleled Solingen sharpness and durability.
This not only makes cooking efficient, but also a sensual pleasure.
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.





































