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  • coffee_snob
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    that was nice of Krudd, it got me my silvia

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  • greenman
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    Ill back up the Rocky, I did the stepless mod on mine and it worked a treat, the only reason I upgraded to the Mazzer Mini was a generous handout by KevRudd otherwise I would still be happily grinding away on Rocky!!

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  • mmmcoffee
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    Rocky no challenge really, used a Iberital and others said its an appliance but the Rocky is build strong, does a good just and will last forever.
    Better can be brought, but depends on your budget! Rocky does a great job, and nothing anywhere as good for the $$.

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  • coffee_snob
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    thanks all, if it grinds good then i am now on the look out for a 2nd hand one

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  • EspressoSchool
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    Originally posted by 025D455358535F565655555D515E300 link=1243331539/1#1 date=1243331835
    Rocky- Azz- no contest...

    The Iberital is good, but its an appliance. The rocky is a tank and will still be grinding in 10 yrs....
    Ill second that. Although the Rocky is not stepless, with decent barista skills you can more than compensate for the fact that it is stepped.

    The rocky is my personal brewed coffee grinder (i.e. plunger, syphon etc). Hasnt skipped a beat.

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  • Martial_Monkey
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    Rocky definitely grinds fine enough and will last a very long time.

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  • coffee_snob
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    thanks Greg and MM, i am quite handy will be able to do any mods. i suppose if the rocky will grind fine enough and will last then i think i will be going that way.

    i will be after a 2nd hand one, my disposable is not to good atm due to buying the silvia.

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  • Martial_Monkey
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    Id be keeping an eye out for second hand grinders and looking at the rocky or above, they come up in the hardware for sale section quite regularly. Provided it has been looked after well there isnt much that can go wrong with these grinders (except a change of burrs). But if you need one now and want to buy new I think you should start a dialogue with some of our sponsors. They have a lot of experience with these grinders and know all their ins and outs and should be able to match you up with the best grinder for you in your price range.

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  • GregWormald
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    Its not how many coffees a day you drink, but the balance between your fussiness and your disposable income.

    The Rocky is a good grinder, and with some simple mods makes a great match for the Silvia and is infinitely adjustable. How fussy and handy are you?

    At the same time a better grinder will probably equal better coffee, and people do upgrade from mid-level Compaks, Mazzers, and Macaps.

    Greg

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  • coffee_snob
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    thanks MM, i had no doubt the Mini would give me a better grind but i was more wondering did i need to be looking that good for a home setup with only making about 2 or 3 a day??

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  • Martial_Monkey
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    With mods the rocky does quite a good grind but doesnt hold a candle to the mini, IMHO (used a mini as a single origin grinder at an old job). So yes I do believe "the next level up" gives a better grind. Maybe you should keep an eye out for second hand grinders.

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  • coffee_snob
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    I was just thinking, having to do all those mods to the rocky to get a ok grind would i be better in the higher price bracket or will the rocky do what i need?
    thanks all for the help, Azz

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  • johnraf
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    Oh ok...thanks Azz,

    Love the "built like a tank" description 2mcm - (rocky gathering votes)

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  • coffee_snob
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    shortmac, mine is a 07 new to me but acouple of years old.

    Hooked, this was one of the problems i was weighing up for the rocky.
    also the timer seems like a good idea for consistancy in dosing

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  • Hooked
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    Personally I chose the Challenge a while ago because of the infinitely adjustable worm gear. I used a friends Rocky and found the steps too far apart. I found it incredibly frustrating. Apparently the Rocky can be modded to be step less if you are willing. If i had my time again i would have bought a second hand larger unit, (which i now use), you can often pick up second hand Mazzers for around $500.

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