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About the knife series

The Güde Kappa series impresses with its unique construction from a single piece of chrome-vanadium-molybdenum knife steel, which is forged by hand. This solid metal design offers perfect weight distribution and balance, making the knives particularly comfortable to use. The series is rustproof, ice-hardened, and dishwasher-safe, making it ideal for everyday use. Each knife is crafted in over 30 manual steps to create the perfect tool for amateur and professional chefs alike.


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Kappa Chef's Knife

Price range: €146.00 to €192.00
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Compact all-metal chef's knife for precise, agile cutting.

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Kappa Bread Knife

138,00 
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The serrated edge cuts through crispy crusts with precision, and the ergonomic handle ensures even slices.

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Kappa paring knife

Price range: €85.00 to €86.00
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A narrow, pointed blade for precise removal of tendons and pressure marks.

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Kappa Vegetable Slicer

121,00 
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Serrated back of the blade for decorative wavy patterns – smooth cutting edge for precise cuts through soft foods.

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Kappa Peeling Knife

84,00 
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The sabre blade follows the movement of your hand—for paper-thin slices with no loss of fruit flesh.

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Kappa Vegetable Knife

84,00 
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All-metal construction for precise vegetable prep—compact, easy to grip, and perfectly balanced.

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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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Kappa Boning Knife

108,00 
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The flexible blade navigates precisely around bones—for clean, effortless cuts at the joint.

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Kappa Flexible Filleting Knife

120,00 
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The flexible 16-cm blade follows the bones precisely—for perfect fillets with no waste.

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Kappa Salmon Knife

205,00 
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Extra-long, flexible all-metal blade for paper-thin slices of salmon and smoked fish.

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Kappa Ham Knife

123,00 
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The all-metal blade slices ham and salmon into paper-thin, perfect slices.

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Kappa Steak Knife

85,00 
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Fully forged steel with fine serrations—cuts precisely through meat without tearing the fibers.

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Kappa Meat Fork

120,00 
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Forged prongs hold the roast securely in place—perfectly balanced for precise carving.

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Kappa Table Knife

86,00 
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The micro-serrated blade cuts through steak crusts and baguettes with precision without crushing them.

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Kappa Fork

86,00 
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All-metal fork with Kappa distinctive Kappa—powerful, easy to grip, and with a substantial, forged feel.

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Kappa Table Spoon

86,00 
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All-metal dinner spoon with a deep bowl and perfect balance, ideal for every course.

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Kappa Cheese Knife

108,00 
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The perforated blade prevents cheese from sticking, and the forked tip allows for easy serving—perfect for soft to semi-hard cheeses.

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Kappa Hard Cheese Knife

138,00 
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All-metal construction with a sturdy tip—cuts through even the hardest Parmesan without breaking.

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Kappa Bottle Opener

83,00 
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Forged solid-metal bottle opener with perfect balance and powerful leverage—opens any bottle cap with a satisfying click.

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Kappa Sharpening Steel

129,00 
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Solid metal sharpening steel with a substantial weight for effortless, precise sharpening using gravity.

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About Franz Güde

Franz Güde has been manufacturing in Solingen since 1910. Solingen knives of exceptional quality. For four generations, the family-owned manufacturer has been combining traditional blacksmithing with state-of-the-art production technology.

Every Güde is painstakingly handcrafted —from the forging of the blade to the final polish. The combination of Solingen's steel tradition and uncompromising workmanship makes every cut an experience.

When you hold a Güde in your hand, you can feel the passion of over 100 years of knife-making artistry. A tool that will last for generations.

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The Güde Kappa Güde Kappa traditional Solingen blacksmithing with modern design and first-class functionality. The hand-forged, 16 cm long blade made of exclusive chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel offers exceptional sharpness, robustness, and high corrosion resistance. Each individual step in the manufacturing process—up to 55 in total—is carried out by hand by experienced specialists, ensuring maximum precision and durability. Thanks to its optimally balanced all-metal construction, the knife sits comfortably and securely in the hand—ideal for everyday use in the precise cutting, chopping, and preparation of meat, vegetables, and herbs. The knife is dishwasher safe and combines hygienic advantages with easy maintenance. With its award-winning design, it stands out from conventional kitchen knives in terms of aesthetics and ergonomics. The Kappa series preparation knife Kappa not only a versatile all-rounder, but also makes a stylish statement in any kitchen. Choose uncompromising quality and get yourself a genuine masterpiece from Solingen for special moments of enjoyment, day after day.

Pro tip:

When cutting, hold the knife so that your thumb and index finger are directly on the blade – this allows you to guide the Kappa paring knife Kappa precision and safety, achieving fine, even cuts when preparing vegetables, herbs, or meat. Use a wooden or plastic cutting board to maintain the exceptional sharpness and durability of the blade.

The Güde Kappa Güde Kappa traditional Solingen blacksmithing with modern design and first-class functionality. The hand-forged, 16 cm long blade made of exclusive chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel offers exceptional sharpness, robustness, and high corrosion resistance. Each individual step in the manufacturing process—up to 55 in total—is carried out by hand by experienced specialists, ensuring maximum precision and durability. Thanks to its optimally balanced all-metal construction, the knife fits comfortably and securely in the hand—ideal for everyday use in the precise cutting, chopping, and preparation of meat, vegetables, and herbs.

The knife is dishwasher safe and combines hygienic advantages with easy maintenance. With its award-winning design, it stands out from conventional kitchen knives in terms of aesthetics and ergonomics. The Kappa series preparation knife Kappa not only a versatile all-rounder, but also makes a stylish statement in any kitchen. Choose uncompromising quality and get yourself a genuine masterpiece from Solingen for special moments of enjoyment, day after day.

The Kappa paring knife Kappa your perfect companion for almost all cutting tasks in the kitchen. With its medium blade length of 16 cm, it effortlessly masters the cutting of fruit and vegetables – whether you want to cut crisp peppers into fine strips, slice tomatoes into even slices or dice onions precisely. The sharp blade glides smoothly through the food and ensures clean cuts without fraying.

The knife is particularly practical when preparing delicate ingredients. Use it to cut fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or chives into even pieces without crushing the delicate leaves. The paring knife also impresses with its balanced design and precise guidance when peeling and cleaning vegetables. You can peel potatoes, prepare carrots, or core cucumbers—all with a single tool.

In classic use, the knife is ideal for portioning meat and fish. Use it to cut chicken breast fillets into bite-sized cubes for a curry, divide tender salmon fillets into portions, or cut thinly sliced carpaccio. The hand-ground cutting edge enables the finest cuts, which are pleasing to the eye and enhance the enjoyment.

You can also use your paring knife creatively when arranging cheese platters. Use it to cut soft cheese into decorative pieces, divide Brie or Camembert into appetizing portions, or prepare mozzarella for a Caprese salad. The knife also demonstrates its versatility when cutting fruit for desserts—whether you want to halve strawberries, slice apples, or cut melon into bite-sized cubes.

The knife is also ideal for creative cooking, allowing you to create delicate garnishes. Use it to cut wafer-thin lemon slices for cocktails, shape radish roses, or create artistic vegetable carvings. The precise control and optimal blade length make such delicate work a breeze. Even when cooking spontaneously, when you need to quickly chop a clove of garlic or cut an apple for a salad, you always have the right tool at hand with this true all-rounder.

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.

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

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Alpha Prep Knife

97,00 
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Our chef's knife with a hand-forged, extremely sharp blade—perfect for precisely cutting meat, vegetables, and fish...

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Pear Prep Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for precise cuts, a warm pear wood handle for balanced control.

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Olive Paring Knife

124,00 
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Versatile chef's knife with a Mediterranean olive wood handle for precise cutting.

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Fasseiche Preparation Knife

133,00 
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A sharp blade for razor-thin cuts, and a distinctive oak handle for precise detail work.

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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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Synchros Prep Knife

229,00 
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Raised olive wood handle – fatigue-free chopping with a safe distance between your knuckles and the cutting board.

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Synchros Oak Chef's Knife

229,00 
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A precision paring knife with a narrow blade and a warm smoked oak handle, ideal for vegetables and herbs.

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Delta Prep Knife

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

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