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This is a great grinder, but I've decided to sell mine. The main reason is that the flavour profile is not my preference as it highlights body more than acidity. It's still a very capable grinder that is really easy to use that in my mind is better for espresso, but also very good for soft brew.
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That grub screw that you can see has been added to hold the handle in place when it's in the storage and travel position. I had it done properly by a friend of mine who works at an engineering workshop. They drilled through the handle and collar of the grinder then thread tapped it. It works well.
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Just received my Knob grinder today in the mail. Opened the box the grinder looks good but I think I might be selling it as I bought an 1zpresso whilst waiting for it and am very happy with that grinder so I feel as though I have no need for it.
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Ill try some RDT tomorrow and see if it helps. Had a V60 today and was impressed with the grind and brew. Im not a pour over expert by any means, but the brew seemed as good as any other grinder i have used (jx-pro and kinu). Im getting more used to the workflow and not as bothered by the catch cup today. i guess knowing what to expect helps.
It feels super solid when grinding. kinda expected the handle to be wobbly or not secure, but it locks in well and grinds wonderfully.
very happy with it as my hand grinder!
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I've found the same. Here's what I've found helps - I use RDT which I've found makes a difference as it reduces static. When I finish grinding I sit the grinder on the bench and give it a good hard tap on the top which helps everything settle nicely in the catch cup. I spin the handle back and forth a couple of times to make sure there's no beans still stuck on the burrs and to help expel all the grinds. That's a bit of faffing around, but definitely helps keep retention to a minimum with espresso grinding. You're right about that area where some grinds can get stuck between the burr and the body. I don't think there's much you can do about that, but it's not a significant amount. It's definitely a grinder that would clean out quite well with air. I made a straight espresso today using my Knob as the grinder and it was delicious. Sweet and lively, so I think it is quite capable. The only other thing I found is that today the burr adjustment collar felt a little loose so I pulled it apart and cleaned it then put it back together and it was good as gold so that's something that might need to be done once every few weeks.Originally posted by TailorCoffee View PostUsed the knob today for the first time. Made a few espressos with it. Grind adjustment is very easy and rather sensitive. Went too coarse, then too tight and nailed the third. Grinds well and easily, seems really sturdy. Not loving the catch cup design - a bit small and messy when pulling it out of the body. Also, even though its easy to get to the burrs etc im finding it a bit of a pain to clean and some grinds getting caught between the bottom of the burr and the body. Taste is pretty good, although definitely more bitter then the niche with the same beans. i suspect that may be extra fines in the grind? All in all i like the grinder. Would like to see an improvement in the catch cup design.
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Used the knob today for the first time. Made a few espressos with it. Grind adjustment is very easy and rather sensitive. Went too coarse, then too tight and nailed the third.
Grinds well and easily, seems really sturdy.
Not loving the catch cup design - a bit small and messy when pulling it out of the body. Also, even though its easy to get to the burrs etc im finding it a bit of a pain to clean and some grinds getting caught between the bottom of the burr and the body.
Taste is pretty good, although definitely more bitter then the niche with the same beans. i suspect that may be extra fines in the grind?
All in all i like the grinder. Would like to see an improvement in the catch cup design.
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I've heard that the grinder's fan club is known as 'The Jockeys'
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haha. Geez they really should have named this thing differently.
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Anyone else thinking they've accidentally logged into an episode of "Carry on Grinding"?Originally posted by tompoland View Post
My wife asked me to let you know that she your shares your praise for my knob and that she wouldnt mind having it back for a loan (very) occasionally if you think you can part with it on the odd Sunday morning.
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My wife asked me to let you know that she your shares your praise for my knob and that she wouldnt mind having it back for a loan (very) occasionally if you think you can part with it on the odd Sunday morning.Originally posted by TailorCoffee View PostSo, I bought Toms knob. Looks great. super solid, very impressed with build quality.
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