Bread knives

Bread knives are designed specifically for slicing bread with minimal crushing or tearing. The serrated edge allows the knife to grip the crust and cut cleanly through soft bread interiors, making it ideal for crusty artisan loaves, baguettes, and sandwich bread.

Unlike straight-edged kitchen knives, bread knives use a long blade with sharp serrations that glide through bread without compressing the crumb. This design helps maintain the structure and texture of the bread while producing clean, even slices.

Bread knives typically range from 210mm to 270mm in blade length and are also useful for slicing cakes, pastries, and soft fruits with tough skins. Because of their versatility and ease of use, bread knives are an essential tool in both professional kitchens and home baking environments.