Paderno World Cuisine .5 Inch Baker's Blade
by Paderno World Cuisine
Product Summary
Manufacturer: Paderno World CuisineBrand: Paderno World Cuisine
Model: 48290-10
Product features:
- Slits create ventilation
- Blade is made of stainless steel
- Professional quality
- Easy to use
- A staple for all bakers
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Paderno World Cuisine .5 Inch Baker's Blade
Customer Review: Love this item!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have tried everything for slashing my artisan loaves...including but not limited to: double edged razor blades (hand held with care!), a double edged razor blade held on a coffee stirrer, a sharp serrated knife, a sharp straight edge knife, an exacto blade (various types), and even scissors (for boules). I read the lack luster reviews, but decided to go ahead and give it try. I have made many unsatisfactory purchases that have cost me much more, so I didn't figure I had too much to lose. I am glad I gave it a shot. Yes, it probably cost the manufacturer ten cents to make. No, the blade is not replaceable. BUT...the blade is curved on the end, which gives you the ability to slash the loaves without having to work around the blunt end of a razor blade. A lot more control than a flimsy coffee stirrer. I usually have to let the loaves dry out a bit before slashing to get any kind of "ear", but this sliced through my wet loaves with ease and precision! The loaves were absolutely beautiful, with no learning curve (pardon my pun!). I agree that if you are looking for a straight cut, this is probably not the tool you will want to use, but for baguettes and other curved slashing, it worked like a charm. I would have saved myself many years of aggravation if I had invested $10 in this product long ago...
The blade is not replaceable. So what? Let's face it, a blade is not going to get a lot of wear and tear slicing through wet dough. I produce about 75 pounds of artisan bread per week in a commercial venue. I figure this will last a good 6 months, and for the average home baker it should last a year or two. If you keep it clean, keep it dry, and keep the cover on it - you should be good to go for a long time. Of course it may fall apart in a month, in which case I will be back to revise my review. But for now I am pleased. I couldn't even buy three lattes for the amount this item costs...I give it a thumbs up!
Description of Paderno World Cuisine .5 Inch Baker's Blade
This .5 inch Paderno World Cuisine baker's blade is used to cut slits in raw bread dough. These slits create ventilation allowing the dough to rise. The blade is made of stainless steel with a plastic handle.Cook's Tools & Gadgets
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