ritter Manus 3 Manual Universal Food Slicer & Bread Slicer Machine, Made in Germany

I am so pleased with this machine which was worth the wait and export costs from Germany….I tried another slicer before this which was flimsy with suction pads that did not adhere to any surface. This machine is excellent…..sturdy, and well constructed….I purchased it specifically for slicing my home made sourdough bread which is notoriously difficult to cut into even width slices…the width adjustment dial allows me to choose from a fine slice for sandwiches or a chunky slice for toast….its that easy! The guard helps when the loaf is nearly cut through and ensures your fingers are safe from the blade! I also like the holding bar that pushes the slices through and keeps the bread well away from the handle. The trick I’ve found is not to turn the handle too slowly- it needs a fairly quick movement….a soft brush wipes away the crumbs afterwards. Stack the bread neatly as each slice comes off the blade!I haven’t used this for anything other than bread at the moment, but the range of thicknesses should allow me to cut the thinnest of vegetables - I’m thinking cucumber, onions, courgettes, potatoes for dauphinoise (!) as well as slices of cheese and meat.I am happy that I paid extra for such an efficient way to cut my bread….if you are a sourdough baker, I highly recommend this machine for that alone….