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About the knife series

The Alpha series Alpha knives Alpha Güde Solingen manufactured in up to 55 manual steps – an impressive example of true craftsmanship. Each knife is made from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, hand-forged, ice-hardened, and precision-sharpened to ensure first-class cutting performance.The multi-riveted handle made of high-quality Hostaform® plastic guarantees excellent balance, a secure grip, and exceptional durability – even with intensive use.The Alpha is aimed at anyone who expects the highest quality, timeless design, and genuine reliability in their kitchen. There is a suitable model for every application: from the precise paring knife to the award-winning bread knife, which—like all models in the series—is designed to meet professional requirements. With a knife from the Alpha, you are choosing sustainable craftsmanship and unparalleled enjoyment when cooking.


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Alpha chef's knife

Price range: € 120.00 to € 168.00
Contains 19% VAT.
Versatile, hand-forged chef's knife for precise cutting of meat, fish and vegetables.

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Bread knife Alpha

Price range: € 124.00 to € 281.00
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Classic bread knife with pointed serrated edge - effortless cutting of hard crusts and soft insides.

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Santoku smooth / Kulle Alpha

Price range: € 126.00 to € 154.00
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Hand-forged Santoku with scalloped edge - ideal for precise cutting of meat, fish and vegetables.

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Chai Dao Alpha

150,00 
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Chef's knife with a wide, sharp blade - ideal for fine cutting and weighing.

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Chef's knife Chinaform Alpha

165,00 
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Extremely sharp, hand-forged chef's knife for precise cutting of vegetables, meat and more.

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Larding knife Alpha

Price range: € 73.00 to € 75.00
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Compact paring knife, ideal for precise peeling and cutting of fruit, vegetables and herbs...

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Alpha multicolored cutting knife

94,00 
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Serrated blade for decorative pieces of fruit and vegetables, hand-forged, extremely sharp.

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Alpha paring knife

73,00 
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The Güde Alpha paring knife with curved, hand-forged blade peels fruit and vegetables precisely, safely and effortlessly - perfect for fine kitchen work...

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Vegetable knife classic Alpha

73,00 
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Hand-forged, stainless vegetable knife with a pointed blade - ideal for peeling, cleaning and decorating fruit and vegetables.

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Alpha paring knife

73,00 
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Hand-forged paring knife with 9 cm blade - ideal for finely slicing and peeling vegetables and fruit.

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Tomato knife Alpha

80,00 
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Alpha tomato knife with serrated edge cuts tomatoes, fruit and cheese effortlessly and precisely.

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Boning knife Alpha

Price range: € 90.00 to € 100.00
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Narrow, flexible blade for precise skinning and boning of meat and poultry ...

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Fillet knife Alpha

106,00 
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Flexible filleting knife with a narrow blade - perfect for precise filleting of fish and meat.

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Salmon knife Alpha

Price range: € 160.00 to € 165.00
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Extra narrow, long blade for wafer-thin slicing of salmon and ham - hand-forged, dishwasher-safe and ideal for professionals and ambitious amateur chefs...

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Ham knife serrated Alpha

143,00 
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The serrated Güde Alpha ham knife cuts wafer-thin slices of ham, roasts and more - precisely, effortlessly, even with a firm crust.

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Alpha ham knife

Price range: € 112.00 to € 135.00
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The Güde Alpha ham knife glides precisely through ham and roasts thanks to its hand-forged, stainless steel blade and easy-care handle - perfect for fine slices and exact portioning...

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Hacker Alpha

165,00 
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Robust cleaver with ice-hardened blade - ideal for cutting meat and bones.

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Alpha steak knife

77,00 
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Precision-forged and hand-sharpened: the Güde Alpha steak knife glides smoothly through meat dishes and makes every barbecue evening a pleasure...

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Porterhouse steak knife Alpha

93,00 
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Hand-forged steak knife with finely serrated, ice-hardened blade for effortless portioning of meat and roasted meat - durable, dishwasher-safe, ideal for stylish steak enjoyment.

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Alpha meat fork

Price range: € 97.00 to € 105.00
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Hand-forged, stainless steel meat fork with robust handle - perfect for carving, turning and safely removing roasts or steaks.

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Table knife Alpha

78,00 
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Forged table knife with rounded blade, ideal for bread, rolls & spreads.

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Fork Alpha

76,00 
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Elegant, robust fork made of stainless knife steel with an easy-care handle - ideal for everyday use.

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Alpha table spoon

76,00 
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Hand-forged table spoon made of robust chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, dishwasher-safe and elegant for every table...

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Alpha cheese knife

88,00 
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Hand-forged cheese knife with perforated blade - effortless cutting and stylish serving...

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Alpha hard cheese knife

113,00 
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Powerfully forged, hand-sharpened - for effortless, precise cutting of hard cheese.

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Herb knife Shark Alpha

148,00 
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The hand-forged "Shark" Alpha herb knife with curved blade weighs and cuts herbs, vegetables and seeds effortlessly - ideal for fine kitchen work.

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Alpha sharpening steel

107,00 
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Robust, medium-fine sharpening steel for permanently sharp knives - ideal for regular care of high-quality kitchen knives from the Alpha...

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Sharpening steel oval

73,40 
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About Franz Güde GmbH

Franz Güde was Solingen Güde Solingen in 1910 by Karl Güde and stands for over a century of first-class knife tradition. From the very beginning, the knives were forged, sharpened, and assembled using complex manual processes, enabling Güde to Solingen itself Güde one of the highest quality brands from Solingen .In 1923, Franz Güde took over Güde factory and introduced innovative new features, including the famous "Güde , which is still considered the benchmark for bread knives today. Today, the company is run by the fourth generation and combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design and the highest precision. Güde are characterized by first-class materials, excellent workmanship, and timeless elegance, making them very popular with professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. The Güde brand Güde not only Güde with cutting tools, but also with genuine values such as quality, innovation, and sustainable craftsmanship from Solingen.

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The Güde 1765/16 Güde from the Alpha series combines maximum functionality with first-class design and is aimed at discerning connoisseurs who appreciate quality and precision. The hand-forged blade made of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum knife steel offers versatile uses and excellent cutting performance thanks to its length of 16 cm – ideal for meat, fish, vegetables, and fruit. The stainless, ice-hardened, and hand-sharpened blade keeps the knife sharp for a long time and impresses with a blade hardness of 56 HRC, which is also required for professional knives in the catering industry. The finely polished handle made of robust special plastic (POM) fits comfortably and securely in the hand and is also easy to care for. Stainless steel rivets and precise workmanship in over 30 manual steps guarantee exceptional durability. With its elegant appearance and sophisticated functionality, this knife is a statement for anyone who wants to get the best out of their ingredients. Invest in maximum cutting precision and impressive quality – with the Güde Alpha , every kitchen task becomes a pleasure.

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For precise, thin slices and accurate cutting of meat or vegetables, use the 16 cm long, hand-forged blade with a slightly curved belly: its balanced design and double-sided sharpening enable particularly clean, controlled cuts – also ideal for quickly chopping herbs.With its symmetrically shaped handle, it fits perfectly in your hand, making even lengthy preparations in the kitchen easy and allowing you to process a wide variety of ingredients effortlessly.

With the Alpha series knife Alpha Güde , you Güde a new dimension of culinary precision: whether you're cutting wafer-thin slices from an aromatic roast, dicing fresh vegetables evenly, or finely chopping fragrant herbs, this model glides confidently and easily through a wide variety of ingredients. Enjoy the versatility with which you can portion tender fish fillets and artfully prepare fresh fruit for dessert.

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.

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

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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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Olive preparation knife

124,00 
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Versatile preparation knife with Mediterranean olive wood handle for precise cutting work.

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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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Preparation knife walnut

133,00 
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Handy all-rounder with 16 cm blade and warm walnut handle for precise preparation.

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Preparation knife Synchros Olive

229,00 
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Raised handle made of olive wood - fatigue-free slicing with safe knuckle distance to the board.

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Preparation knife Synchros smoked oak

229,00 
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Precise preparation knife with narrow blade and warm smoked oak handle for vegetables and herbs.

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Delta preparation knife

131,00 
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Narrow blade for vegetables and herbs, smoked oak handle for precise guidance.

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Preparation knife Kappa

111,00 
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Hygienic all-metal all-rounder: From parsley to chicken breast, perfectly balanced and seamless.

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