Content Menu● Introduction● Why Is a Bread Knife Different from Other Knives?>> Types of Bread Knives● Can You Sharpen a Bread Knife?>> Why Sharpen Instead of Replace?● How to Sharpen a Bread Knife>> Tools You’ll Need>> Step 1: Clean the Knife>> Step 2: Identify the Beveled Side>> Step 3: Sharpen Ea

Scoring bread is both a practical and artistic skill that affects how your loaf bakes and looks. While a bread lame provides precision, a sharp kitchen knife — especially a paring knife — can achieve effective results. By understanding techniques, practicing patterns, and avoiding common mistakes, home bakers can confidently score bread with a knife and create beautiful, bakery-quality loaves.