Mine is 5 x 11.5. This makes about the same size of the cheap white loaf that you buy in the store.
I really like it because the smaller sizes rise to high and do not fit in the sand. containers for lunches.
Check the thrift stores or freecycle I got mine at the thrift store.
Also if you can find a bread guide they are great also. They cut the bread about the same width as the store bought bread.
I make mostly whole grain breads and I use 8x4 pans. Because whole grain breads are heavier and often don't rise as high as white breads, a smaller pan gives you a nicer-looking rounded loaf.
It depends on the amount of flour I'm using and also the size loaf I want. Sometimes with a large recipe, I'll use smaller pans and bake rolls, too. I think a good rule of thumb is use the pan that's half full when you put the dough in.
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