Love to cook my own bread in one of those little machines, but is
there not a similarly small sized slicing machine that acts out the
same function as in the bigger bakery shop,i.e place the bread on
angled tray and multi-suite of blades cuts up loaf in one fell swoop.
I mean one that could fit on the kitchen ledge just like the bread
baking machine. Yes I can slice bread or buy a electric knife but I
see  how quick and efficient they do it in bakery shops on the big
electric slicers and I just thought if a  much smaller version of that
exists that can  do one loaf then I would very much like one.

Hi john,

Well, I have good news and bad news. Bad news first - unless you feed
bread to the neighborhood, buying an electric bakery-style slicer will
make your daily bread an expensive affair. For example, here are some
middle-of-the-road counter-top models:

Thunderbird commercial Bread Slicers: $1998.00 - $3680.00:
http://www.yourdelight.com/thunderbird_bread_slicer.htm

Oliver 709 Mini Supreme Bread Slicer: $3,175:
http://www.oliverproducts.com/bakery_equipment/slicers_accessories/bread_slicer_709.htm

Oliver 709 on eBay: $850:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2595082042&category=25361

Counter Top Bread Slicer: $4,660:
http://www.oliverproducts.com/bakery_equipment/slicers_accessories/bread_slicer_711.htm

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Which leads me to wonder about why you would want to slice your
wonderful loaf of bread in one fell swoop. One of the advantages of
making your own bread is that it stays fresh longer because it is
uncut - you cut off a slice as needed. With sliced bread, all of those
cut edges are exposed to the air and become stale sooner. Therefore,
here is my pick for you. It's stylish and will look nice on your
countertop, you will be able to cut uniform slices as need, and the
price is right.

1) Bread Slicer: $10.99:
"Bread machines have shown a whole new generation the joys of
home-baked bread - and the frustrations of slicing. Use this slicer
instead, for carving a whole loaf into uniform 1/2" slices. 6"H x 9
1/2"L x 6 1/2"W. Made of rubberwood. Assembly required."
http://www.mileskimball.com/jump.jsp?itemType=PRODUCT&iProductID=7408

Consider buying a bread knife to go with your slicer:

SKÄRPT bread knife: $39:
http://www.ikea.com.au/prod_template4.asp?Cat=6&Scat=24&product_id=20075&se_id=37&page_id=98546300251009

Stainless Steel Bread Knife by Furi: $59.95:
http://www.cooking.com/products/shprodde.asp?SKU=178373

More possibilities:

2) Breadbox and Slicer: $9.99:
"As the loaf gets smaller, the bread box gets smaller too! Slotted
cutting guide makes it easy to cut thick or thin slices, even on
freshly baked bread. Small vents let in just the right amount of air
to keep bread fresh. Telescopes 6" to 11"L x 6-3/4"H x6-3/4"W.
http://www.stacksandstacks.com/html/10475_bread-box--and-slicer.htm

3) West Bend: Bread Slicer: $14.99:
  Large enough for slicing up to a two pound loaf of bread.
  Uniform slices every time.
  Designed for use with a bread knife or electric knife.
http://www.cookscorner.com/product_information.asp?number=6600&back=yes&dept=260&last=104

4) The Bosch Electric Slicer: £34.95:
"The Bosch Electric Slicer is a safe and easy way to slice ham cheese
or bread. Stainless Steel Blade."
  0.4mm To 17mm Cutting Width.
  Easy Glide Carriage.
  Finger Protection.
  Suction Feet.
  Folding Carriage.
  Integral Cable Tidy.
  100w.
Click on "Bosch" at this link:
http://search.kelkoo.co.uk/sitesearch/search.jsp?catId=100164013&siteSearchQuery=bread+slicer&x=0&y=0

5) Mouli BREAD CUTTER: $229.95:
"Our wonderful  bread  cutter from Mouli is sure make your party
breads a hit! All stainless steel and hardwood construction guarantees
years of use, and looks great on your countertop! The cutting edge is
11" long.
Made in France."
http://www.sharpknives.com/gourmets_toolbox_pages/mouli_bread_slicer.htm

6) Norpro Bread Slicer with Crumb Catcher: $16.99:
  Slicing rack measures 6-3/4 by 6-1/2 by 12-1/2 inches
  Generous slicing surface accommodates any size loaf
  Handsome hardwood crumb catcher steadies the unit and protects
counters and tabletops
  Acrylic slicing guides ensure uniform ½-inch slices
  Easy cleanup; simply dump the crumbs the from crumb catcher
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00004UE6T/002-5327633-3860825?v=glance

7) Progressive International Clearly Fresh Bread Keeper: $9.99:
  Durable, clear-plastic countertop storage for bread
  Expandable; accommodates loaf up to 11 inches by 6-1/4 inches
  Permits proper amount of air circulation to prolong freshness
  Plastic slicing guide
  Hand wash
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00004RDCR/002-5327633-3860825?v=glance

8) Bread Slicer, Wooden Base: 214.89 Euro:
"Professionnal bread slicer. Wooden base (varnished food) provided
with 4 suction cups. Blade in stainless steel. The form of the blade
allow a perfect cut and avoid the crushing of the bread, even fresh.
Adjustable thrust, which allows cuts in regular sections from 5 to 90
mm.
http://www.meilleurduchef.com/cgi/mdc/l/en/boutique/produits/coupe_pain/ess-coupe_pain_bois.html

Additional Links:

Electric Bread Slicer: Technical reference and images:
http://www.ditosrl.it/uk/ebs-uk.htm

Facts & Trivia: Bread: 
http://www.foodreference.com/html/fbread.html

"Most Germans have a bread slicer, which is a hand-cranked or electric
apparatus something like our meat slicers except with larger "teeth".
This makes it very easy to cut nice, even, slim slices perfectly.
American bread, even homemade, doesn't slice that well in a bread
slicer so most Americans probably don't have a bread slicer on hand.
We got two our last tour in Germany one year during "junking", which
is another great German tradition."
http://www.electricchurch-mf.com/CMOMB/food/breads.shtml

I hope you'll find at least one of these slicers appropriate for your
needs but if not, or if you have any questions, or if you need to find
one with instructions in Mandarin 8-), please post a clarification
request before closing/rating my answer.

Thank you,
hummer

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Gee I'm sorry Hummer; I dont usually leave the rating for so long at
all.  My apologies. Of course your answer was first rate and gave me
what I needed to know and more!  I just thought there may be something
out there for my dear old Mum thats all. yes of course it is part of
the fun cutting up new fresh hot bread but my Mum uses the electric
baker all the time regularly hosting a craft group of older ladies who
she makes big batches of sandwiches for. With her age and arthrytis I
figured there may be something to make it easier on her.

 Thanks again Hummer and good researching,

   JOHN

Dear John,

Thank you, you are very kind - but please do not apologize, all is well.

So, for your Mum, eh? Here you go...

Runner Duck Resources: Bread Slicer Guide:
<http://www.runnerduck.com/bread_slicer.htm>

Mums just love anything their sons make for them. Guaranteed.
Take care,
hummer