Kitchen knife gude Alpha 16 cm blade with olive wood handle (model X805/16)

The gude Alpha 16 cm blade kitchen knife with an olive wood handle is a versatile chef-style knife designed for everyday food preparation. The medium-length stainless steel blade provides a balance between precision and reach, making it suitable for slicing, chopping, dicing and general kitchen tasks. The olive wood handle offers an ergonomic grip and natural aesthetics while supporting controlled cutting motion for domestic kitchens and small professional environments.

Advantages

The stainless blade delivers corrosion resistance and stable edge retention for consistent performance during regular use. The 16 cm length offers a compromise between a short utility knife and a long chef's knife, enabling accurate portioning as well as handling larger vegetables and cuts. The olive wood handle is shaped to fit comfortably in hand, reducing strain during repetitive tasks and providing a non-slip feel when correctly maintained. Overall construction is aimed at reliable, everyday operation.

Suitable for

• Vegetable and fruit slicing and dicing
• Chopping herbs and nuts
• Trimmed meat cutting and portioning
• General meal preparation in home kitchens
• Light to moderate use in small professional kitchens

Key specifications

• Blade length: 16 cm
• Blade material: stainless steel
• Handle material: olive wood
• Intended use: multi-purpose kitchen tasks (slicing, chopping, dicing)
• Design: ergonomic handle for comfortable grip and control

How to use

Hold the knife with a secure grip on the olive wood handle and position the blade according to the cutting task. Use a stable cutting board and proper cutting techniques: rocking or forward slicing for vegetables, controlled downward strokes for chopping, and precise guiding for portioning meats. Keep fingers clear of the cutting edge and use the full length of the blade where appropriate to reduce repeated force on one spot. After use, rinse and dry the knife promptly to preserve both the stainless blade and the olive wood handle.

Usage recommendations

Maintain sharpness with regular honing and periodic professional or at-home sharpening. Clean the wooden handle by wiping it dry and avoid prolonged soaking or dishwasher use to prevent wood deformation. Apply food-safe oil to the olive wood periodically to preserve appearance and prevent drying. Store the knife in a block, on a magnetic strip, or in a protective sheath to protect the edge and extend service life.