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I haven't found anything that isn't akin to old wives tales backing this claim up. Got any sources?
"retaining a small amount of humidity whilst also allowing a small amount of ventilation. Some bread boxes don’t allow any ventilation, but these can cause too much moisture retention and allow faster mold growth"
https://www.foodtoimpress.com/bread/how-to-prevent-mold-on-bread/
Bread should be stored in a cool dry place to insure it lasts longest. Breadboxes are the opposite of ideal.
Bread boxes are antiquated tech in a time where bread was meant to be eaten faster and as a method of rodent protection. The same with pie cupboards/safes.
From your own link:
It sounds like it's just bad if you don't know how to use one.