Handcrafted Oak Bread Slicing Guide: Infinitely Adjustable Thicknesses & Free Backstop

Mystery Lathe has introduced a new style bread slicing guide. For a limited time, I’ll be shipping it with a complimentary solid oak backstop to assist you in slicing your bread.

I’ve uploaded a video about this “Adjustable Slicing Guide” to YouTube. Simply search for Mystery Lathe on YouTube to watch the guide in action.

I’ve been creating bread slicing guides for six years, always considering slice thickness in inches. However, today, I had a different idea: “It’s not about slice thickness in inches; it’s about what you personally prefer.” So, I went to the workshop, left the ruler behind, and created a guide where you can choose your preferred slice thickness, ranging from 1/4 inch to 1 inch.

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This guide is incredibly easy to adjust, allowing you to slice bread from 1/4 inch to 1 inch thick. Forget the ruler and simply set it to your desired thickness. Just use your fingers and eyes to tweak the guide in seconds. The ruler is unnecessary; your preference is what matters. Adjust to your preferred thickness in less than a minute. The guide lines are evenly spaced on the knife guide boards for easy alignment when setting your desired thickness.

The guide is designed for use with a bread knife or an electric knife. It includes slots for guiding your bread knife or the top of the guide for an electric knife or bread knife.

The guide is made from solid ¾-inch Oak Hardwood. I laminate solid ¾-inch Oak for the bread board portion of the guide to prevent warping in the future. The wood finish is food-safe Mineral Oil, ensuring durability and longevity.

Order the width bread slicing guide that matches the width of the loaf you’re slicing. Don’t worry if the width is wider than your loaf; it will work without any issues. Since you can adjust the guide to achieve your preferred slice thickness, you don’t need to worry about slice thickness itself.

FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME! I’m offering a removable backstop that you can use while slicing horizontally, as shown in the photos. While I don’t personally use one when slicing horizontally, I do receive requests for it occasionally. If you have a weak hand grip, this backstop will be helpful while slicing. Choose the option that includes the backstop along with the Horizontal Guide.

To prevent the guide from sliding on the counter while slicing, I’ve added silicone tabs to the bottom four corners of the guide.

I handcraft all my bread slicing guides in Lincoln, Georgia. This guide is made from solid 3/4-inch oak hardwood for the side rails and the bread table.

My goal was to create a simple, budget-friendly, long-lasting, easy-to-store, and most importantly, a guide that slices bread into perfect, straight slices every time.

I’ve created some videos on YouTube that demonstrate how to use the guide. Simply search for “Mystery Lathe” or “William Frank” on YouTube.

Here are a few tips for using a horizontal slicing guide:

I’ve sold hundreds of these horizontal slicing guides across the USA, and most users are very satisfied with them. After selling over 2,000 of my different horizontal and vertical slicing guides, I’ve noticed that if you’re having trouble slicing bread with your hands, a vertical guide might be a better option. While horizontal slicing requires a bit more skill than vertical slicing, if you have good hand-eye coordination, it’s the quickest and easiest way to achieve perfect bread slices. Just a heads-up: if you’re not completely satisfied with your guide, you can return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. As the old saying goes, “Practice makes perfect,” so it definitely applies to learning how to use this guide.

IMPORTANT: For optimal results, I highly recommend using a bread knife with a blade length of at least 12 inches. While a 10-inch knife might be an option, it could be frustrating to slice with, and the blade tip might fall out of the guides’ knife slot as you move back and forth. Rest assured, I’m not including the knife with the order.

As a friendly reminder, please keep your guide dry and out of water or the dishwasher. If it gets a bit dirty, simply wipe it off with a dry or damp cloth.

I understand you might be concerned about cutting yourself on the guide. The knife is sharp and can cut bread and you too. It’s crucial to keep it out of reach of children. If you’re worried about getting hurt, please don’t use the guide. Instead, return it for a full refund. My priority is your safety and satisfaction.

If you have any questions, encounter any issues, or need assistance with your guide, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can call or text me at 315-868-3453, or send me an email at “mysterylathe@gmail.com”. I’m here to help. You might even be surprised when I greet you when I answer. This is my personal cell phone, and I’m 78 years old. It’s a hobby, not a business.

Here are the approximate dimensions of the guide:
- Height: 2 1/2 inches
- Length: 11 inches

I hope this information is helpful!