Old Tyme 647 Italian Bread Review: Is It Worth Buying?

Short answer: Old Tyme 647 Italian Bread is a practical supermarket option for people who want a familiar, soft sandwich-bread experience without spending most of their daily carbohydrate budget on two slices. The current label lists 40 calories, 14 grams of total carbohydrate, 8 grams of fiber, and 6 grams of net carbs per 27-gram slice. It is not gluten-free, it is not especially high in protein, and its ingredient list relies on modified wheat starch and added fibers. For the right shopper, though, the numbers and familiar format make sense.

Editorial note: This review is based on the current manufacturer label, ingredient information, retailer listings, and a small set of current buyer comments. LessCarby did not receive a sample and is not claiming a firsthand taste test. Formulas can change, so compare the bag in your store with the numbers below. See our editorial and review policy.

What is Old Tyme 647 Italian Bread?

647 is a lower-net-carb bread line from Schmidt Old Tyme. The Italian loaf is designed to look and behave more like everyday white sandwich bread than a dense seed bread. The official product page describes it as a lower-calorie, high-fiber loaf with the traditional taste people expect from Italian bread. That positioning is important: this is not trying to be a rustic bakery boule or a strict whole-food recipe. It is a convenience loaf built around familiar sandwiches and toast.

The “647” name lines up with the headline numbers on this variety: 6 grams of net carbs, 40 calories, and 7—or in the current detailed label, 8—grams of fiber per slice. Because packaging and marketing panels can be updated at different times, use the complete Nutrition Facts panel on the bag as the final authority. The current detailed listings we reviewed show 8 grams of fiber.

Nutrition facts and net-carb math

The net-carb calculation is straightforward: 14 grams of total carbohydrate minus 8 grams of fiber equals 6 grams of net carbs. The current ingredient and nutrition listings do not show a sugar alcohol that needs to be subtracted. If you track carbohydrates for a medical reason, follow the method your clinician recommends; “net carbs” is not a standardized Nutrition Facts line. Our guide to reading a bread label for net carbs explains the math and the limits.

Two slices come to 12 grams of net carbs, 80 calories, 4 grams of protein, and 280 milligrams of sodium before fillings. That can fit many moderate low-carb plans, but it is not automatically “free food.” The sandwich filling, condiments, and portion still matter.

What is in it?

After water, the current ingredient list begins with modified wheat starch, enriched flour, wheat gluten, sugar, and yeast. Smaller amounts include soybean oil, salt, wheat protein isolate, powdered cellulose, oat fiber, cultured wheat flour, guar gum, whole wheat flour, vinegar, enzymes, sunflower oil, and ascorbic acid.

That list explains both the appeal and the compromise. Modified starch and added fibers help deliver lower net-carb math while keeping a soft, conventional bread structure. Wheat gluten and wheat protein isolate help the loaf hold together. The result is more processed than bread made from only flour, water, yeast, and salt, but that is typical of many shelf-stable reduced-carb loaves. Our low-carb bread ingredient glossary explains what these ingredients do without treating “processed” as an automatic verdict.

Allergy note: the label contains wheat, and the bakery says the product is made in a facility that also processes soy. It is not suitable for someone who must avoid gluten.

What buyers say

The current buyer evidence is useful but limited, so it should not be mistaken for a large consumer study. A verified Walmart buyer in June 2026 praised the bread for being fresh, soft, and useful for sandwiches, while also saying it became light and crumbly when toasted. Influenster currently shows a 4.33-out-of-5 average from only three reviews. Those comments include praise for a light texture and familiar flavor, plus a complaint that the slices and loaf felt small and the price had risen.

The most reasonable takeaway is not that everyone will agree. It is that the loaf seems closest to ordinary soft sandwich bread, while people who want thick, sturdy toast may find it too delicate. The small review count also means one negative or positive experience can move the average sharply.

How it compares with regular Italian bread

A standard Italian-style sandwich loaf often gives you a larger carbohydrate load with much less fiber per slice. Old Tyme 647 shifts that balance by using modified starch and added fibers. The tradeoff is a thinner, lighter slice and a longer ingredient list. If your priority is keeping a two-slice sandwich near 12 net carbs, that trade can be worthwhile. If your priority is a short ingredient list or bakery-style chew, it probably will not be.

Protein is another limitation. At 2 grams per slice, the bread is a base, not the main source of staying power. Pair it with eggs, tuna, chicken, cheese, tofu, or another protein you enjoy. Add vegetables for volume and texture rather than expecting the bread alone to make a filling meal.

Best ways to use it

• Cold sandwiches: turkey and lettuce, tuna salad, egg salad, or mozzarella with tomato work well with a soft slice.
• Careful toast: use moderate heat and watch it closely. The limited buyer feedback suggests it can become fragile when toasted hard.
• Grilled sandwiches: use a modest amount of butter or oil and turn gently so the thin slices do not tear.
• Portion-aware breakfast: two slices with eggs can make the carb count easier to plan than an oversized roll.

Where to buy it

Schmidt Old Tyme says 647 breads are sold through participating grocery retailers and directs shoppers to its “Find Near Me” locator. Current listings also appear at several regional and national grocery chains, but stock is local and can change quickly. Check the manufacturer’s official product page and store-locator guidance, then confirm the exact variety and label with your store. We are not quoting a price because it varies by retailer and location.

Who should buy it?

Try it if you want a familiar soft sandwich loaf, count net carbs, and are comfortable with wheat-based modified starch and added fibers. It is especially practical for lunches where two conventional slices would use more of your carbohydrate budget.

Skip it if you need gluten-free bread, prefer a whole-grain-first loaf, want thick toast, or need more protein from the bread itself. People with sensitive digestion may also want to start with one slice, because a large jump in added fiber can be uncomfortable for some.

Final verdict

Old Tyme 647 Italian Bread earns 4.0 out of 5 stars from LessCarby. Its strongest points are clear label math, low calories, and a familiar sandwich format. Its weaker points are low protein, a processed ingredient list, regional availability, and a light slice that may not satisfy toast lovers. It is a sensible option rather than a miracle food: check the current bag, count the whole meal, and choose it when its particular tradeoffs match your priorities.

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Sources checked

• Schmidt Old Tyme: 647 Italian product and ingredient information
• Schmidt Old Tyme: availability and store-locator FAQ
• Walmart: current product listing and verified buyer feedback
• Influenster: current small-sample consumer feedback