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  • JMcCee
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    Flamin' heck! That's one nice piece of marketable coffee stuff! I've not seen anything like it.

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  • Yelta
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    Well done Rockford's dad, for both execution as well as design.

    Looks great above the grinder Rockford, very impressed, wonder how long before someone pinches the idea and starts producing them commercially?
    Last edited by Yelta; 15 December 2017, 08:27 PM.

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  • Dimal
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    Those sorts of skills never get old...
    Very nice work from your Dad.

    Mal.

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  • Javaphile
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    Nice Rockford!


    Java "A new side business perhaps?" phile

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  • Rockford
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    Asked my 81yo dad if he could maybe knock me up something to put my portafilters in. Was expecting a bit of wood with some clips on it I'd got from Bunnings, and he turns up with this fantastic bit of workmanship!! Super happy with it.

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  • dumiya
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    It looks great, well done, enjoy.

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  • degaulle
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    Originally posted by Rockford View Post
    Had it for a few days and still learning the ropes, so will doubt be asking some questions!! Loving the different variables involved and how they come into play with making coffee.

    Certainly looks stunning on your countertop, congrats ! Enjoy the journey!

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  • Rockford
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    Had it for a few days and still learning the ropes, so will doubt be asking some questions!! Loving the different variables involved and how they come into play with making coffee.

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  • Casa Espresso
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    Congratulations on the purchase.

    The Bezzera will serve you well for many many years

    Cheers

    Antony
    www.casaespresso.com.au

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  • wattgn
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    Bezzera make good products and are the oldest espresso company in existence and I believe pioneered the espresso extraction system.

    I think any of the E61 machines will produce similar and high quality results so it comes down to details of design and looks. Price of course too.

    I am pleased you got the Mazzer Mini E. Personally I feel strongly it is under appreciated as a grinder. I chose the Macap a year ago over the Mini but only just. It is incredibly well built something I definitely can’t say for most of the newer more favoured grinders in that price range which are now flavour of the moment.

    Enjoy the new purchases.

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  • Dimal
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    Great to hear mate...

    Our eldest son owns a Magica and produces terrific results.

    Happy brewing.

    Mal.

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  • Rockford
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    Visited Di Bartoli in my lunch break and put a deposit down on a Bezzera Magica and Mazzer Mini Type A.

    Both looked great in the flesh, but was swayed by the bit better support they have for the Magica and a few other things that made it a bit more convenient and user friendly. I really liked the levers as well.

    Will pick it up once I have the bench top fitted and finished.

    Thanks for the advice!!

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  • trentski
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    Brew pressure gauge is a gimmick imho. I wouldnt put any weighting to it unless you like or dislike the look of it.

    If functionally they are the same then the water capacities and element wattage might be a deciding factor. Do they both have low water cut off? Thats important.

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  • LeroyC
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    Originally posted by Rockford View Post
    Thanks all, appreciate the insight in Di Bartoli.

    So it seems it may be much of the sameness, two good brands that are well made, which is what I've found after hours of researching both. The Magica has a bit more functionality, but I love the look of the Rocket. First world problems :-)
    I've bought parts and accessories off both of these retailers and have always been happy with their service. Can't comment on larger purchases from either though. I believe Di Bartoli have an arrangement with Bezzera Australia for the Magica to be specced and branded for them.
    As there's not much between them you're probably best at this point to have a look at both in the flesh. This can often be the deciding factor (along with instore experience at the same time).

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  • Rockford
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    Thanks all, appreciate the insight in Di Bartoli.

    So it seems it may be much of the sameness, two good brands that are well made, which is what I've found after hours of researching both. The Magica has a bit more functionality, but I love the look of the Rocket. First world problems :-)

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