I use this mainly for my expensive beans since I enjoy the process. The grinder came with an extra glass jar for storage, but I try to main just enough for a few cups each time. This way I get the fresh grind aroma and its more potent. The was easy to assemble and use. It took me a free minute to put on the lever and I was grinding my favorite beans. It does take some muscle but its so satisfying seeing the freshly grind coffee. Definitely get a manual one if you do speciality coffee.
Bought this in a pinch when my 100 Bodum Bistro grinder died (for the second time) and I had to wait for a new one. Man, that thing is a piece of junk.
I kid you not, this little 16 manual grinder actually produces a better, more consistent coarse grind than the 100 Bodum ever dreamed of. Im surprised, considering how much side/to/side slop there is in the grinding mechanism. It doesnt even take that long (for a press worth of beans / 30/35 grams, depending on the coffee). A finer grind, though? It does a good job, but you better be somewhere comfortable and not in a hurry.
Unfortunately, it is very cheap and very flimsy. If you plan to use it a lot its not going to last long at all. Its sure nice to have around when your 100 Bodum dies, though, and thats why I recommend it. That and because it really does a fantastic coarse grind. Its cry!
I love this grinder. It is a little difficult to clean and it does involve a lot of work to grind the coffee beens, but I love how this looks. It is stylish and a fun design. It looks good sitting next to my coffee pot.
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Back to the grind.
After using this for whole bean french press, its very hard to go back to coffee from a keurig. Also handy for in case of power outages.
Fresh grind coffee
I use this mainly for my expensive beans since I enjoy the process. The grinder came with an extra glass jar for storage, but I try to main just enough for a few cups each time. This way I get the fresh grind aroma and its more potent. The was easy to assemble and use. It took me a free minute to put on the lever and I was grinding my favorite beans. It does take some muscle but its so satisfying seeing the freshly grind coffee. Definitely get a manual one if you do speciality coffee.
Excellent Coarse Grind, Cheaply Built
Bought this in a pinch when my 100 Bodum Bistro grinder died (for the second time) and I had to wait for a new one. Man, that thing is a piece of junk. I kid you not, this little 16 manual grinder actually produces a better, more consistent coarse grind than the 100 Bodum ever dreamed of. Im surprised, considering how much side/to/side slop there is in the grinding mechanism. It doesnt even take that long (for a press worth of beans / 30/35 grams, depending on the coffee). A finer grind, though? It does a good job, but you better be somewhere comfortable and not in a hurry. Unfortunately, it is very cheap and very flimsy. If you plan to use it a lot its not going to last long at all. Its sure nice to have around when your 100 Bodum dies, though, and thats why I recommend it. That and because it really does a fantastic coarse grind. Its cry!
Great look and overall design.
I love this grinder. It is a little difficult to clean and it does involve a lot of work to grind the coffee beens, but I love how this looks. It is stylish and a fun design. It looks good sitting next to my coffee pot.
Its great
Inexpensive, easy to use , well made , well worth the price.
Solid coffe grinder
Seems to be well made, it just takes a long time to grind your coffee, but on a positive note you will get a work out.
Not the most consistant grind
Does not give you the most even grind especially at coarser settings. Also the setting wheel tends to come lose. Overall solid product though.
Cant get fresher
Love coffee from fresh ground coffee beans this grinder works great/easy to adjust coarseness of grind.
Absolutely love this product and coffee taste aming and so much better!!
Easy t ok clean, use and great for camping trips!
Solid for what it is
So far so good. It does the job. Hasnt given me any issues.
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