Manufacturer data only. Not even "experts" on the internet. Your guns, your digits and body parts demand it. I wouldn't trust anyone's info unless corroborated by manufacturer data.
My favorite is cutting off the crunchy heel, buttering it and eating it warm. Using the Dutch oven and the no kneed recipe, the baking smell is somewhat reduced. Got a coolish spell, have to bake a loaf!
In the industry for a very long time - good owner and or manager = good store. Area and customers can have impact but given quality store leadership, not a great deal.
I make a large Boule in the Dutch oven. If I plan to use it up first day, I'll sprinkle coarse sea salt on the loaf before baking. Tastes great, but draws moisture so you need to use it up.