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Best Bread Lames for Scoring Sourdough

The best scoring lames for sourdough — straight vs curved blade, handle types, and what actually makes a difference in your ear and oven spring.

Straight, Curved & UFO Style

Our Picks

1

Breadtopia Straight Lame

Best for Beginners

Classic straight handle, razor-sharp blade, solid for beginners learning scoring control.

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2

Wire Monkey Shop UFO Lame

Best Overall

Curved blade holds the razor at an angle — makes ear cuts dramatically easier.

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3

KD Tools Curved Bread Lame

Best Budget Curved

Budget curved option. Great for the price — noticeably better than straight for open scores.

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4

Handmade Wooden Lame Handle

Most Beautiful

Beautiful shop-made handles on Etsy. Blades are standard razor — it's all about the grip.

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5

Feather Double Edge Razor Blades 100-Pack

Essential Refill

Replacement blades for any standard lame. Always bake with a fresh blade.

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