8” Bread Knife

The secret of success for cutting crispy bread and pastries perfectly is quite simple. A high quality bread knife’s wavy edge and sharp blade allows you to cut through hard crusts whilst keeping the inside of the bread intact. For many professional chefs, the bread knife is listed in the top three knives used in food preparation, following closely behind the chef’s and paring knife. All of our forged knives are made with high carbon stainless steel X50MoV15 and heat treated to a Rockwell hardness of 58, giving them a razor sharp edge that is also durable enough to withstand any professional setting.

As the name suggests, bread knives are valued highly for their role in bread slicing. However, what many people do not realise is that this knife is not limited to foods that are baked in some capacity. In fact, bread knives are amongst the most versatile knives in the knife block. They are highly proficient at slicing melons, cutting tomatoes and slicing cooked proteins as well as other baked goods with ease.

At Samuel Staniforth, our bread knife remains one of the most reliable kitchen utensils for all users. The serrated edge in tandem with perfect balance ensures that cuts are highly precise with every use. 

Please note, as most of our knives are made to order, it may take slightly longer for our product to reach you. Our craftsmen need time to work their magic to provide the perfect finished product, so most packages are usually dispatched within 4-5 weeks weeks after receipt of payment. 

Bread Knife FAQs 

Do Bread Knives Need To Be Serrated? 

Yes. Bread knives need to be serrated so that when they are used in a sawing motion, they can cut through bread with a crusty exterior without crushing or damaging a usually softer interior. Using a non-serrated knife on hard crusty breads will slip on the tough crust and can be dangerous. 

Why Are Bread Knives So Long? 

Generally, bread knives have a longer blade because it helps cut cross-sectional slices without the point of the knife getting ‘stuck’ in the loaf whilst you are cutting. 

How Often Should You Sharpen a Serrated Knife? 

At Samuel Staniforth, we recommend that you only sharpen your bread knife when absolutely necessary. The design of a serrated knife means that most of the tool doesn’t make contact with the cutting board, therefore you do not need to sharpen it as often as other kitchen knives. 

For more inspiration, take a look at our collection of knife sharpening products. 

What To Look For When Buying a Bread Knife

Before buying a bread knife, here are some questions we’d encourage you to ask yourself: 

• Does the bread knife have a handle that is easy to grip?

• Does the bread knife have a longer blade? 

• Does the bread knife have a serrated edge with pointy tines?