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  • Difference between SSP Silver Knight MP and Red Speed MP Burrs

    Hi guys

    I am just trying to understand the difference between these two burrs. I get that they are two different coatings, but I see that the Silver Knights are generally a bit cheaper in some stores, so I've been wondering if there's a difference in quality. Or if the Red Speeds just became more popular and therefore go for a higher price even though the burr geometry is identical. I've seen some reports that the difference in the cup is indistinguishable. I've seen some suggestion that the Red Speeds run a bit faster or cooler, whereas the Silver Knights are harder... but I really have no concept of what the better choice would be for someone who will use these burrs exclusively for filter coffee at home.

    Hoping someone here knows more than I do!

  • #2
    There's no difference in quality. I can't explain the price difference other than to say I'd buy whichever is cheaper.

    According to SSP, Silver Knight has a lower friction coefficient than Red Speed, and so produces fewer fines and is better for filter, while Red Speed is better for espresso.

    I used to have a set in SK for filter, did an excellent job of producing lip smacking acidity when I got it right. Can be punishing when you get it wrong. Helps to be seasoned with about 4-5kg, prior to that I found it to have an astringent finish that I couldn't get away from.

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    • #3
      Using SK burrs for both espresso and filter which produces excellent results for both....

      Mal.

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      • #4
        Thanks for your thoughts! After a day or so of researching, and finding no good reason not to just purchase the cheaper Silver Knights, that's what I'll be doing!

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        • #5
          Something I should also highlight, is that the burrs are super sharp, like a sharp knife, much quieter and at least 30% quicker than the original OEM burrs, An additional couple of benefits not often mentioned.

          Mal.

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          • #6
            I can't say quiet is a word I associate with MPs. They're about the screechiest burrs I've ever heard.

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            • #7
              Probably more to do with the actual audio frequency coupling and resonance of the case of your grinder.

              Definitely much quieter on my setup...

              Mal.

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