I'm assuming those who got this wonderful machine also got pretty good grinders? Which grinders would people recommend pairing to this maker?
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We have been using a Kitchen Aid Pro Line Coffee Mill with a burr type grinder almost every day for over 5 years and we are very happy with it.
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I used a hand grinder for many years because the 'reference' grinders, like the Rancilio, were out of my price range. After reading several positive reviews, and seeing a couple of youtube demonstrations, I just purchased the Baratza Encore. It costs less than half what a Rancilio can cost. I am very finicky about coffee, but I can recommend it without reservation. It is a superb grinder, and I'm happy I didn't spend a penny more.
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I never bought a grinder but was very meticulous in having the beans ground. Too fine and it became difficult to pull the lever, to coarse and the espresso was weak. Next time I will by my own grinder. Sorry not to be more helpful but it is a serious consideration.
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Your first answer seems to cover your question pretty well. I'll add that because this is a nearly unique machine, keep up with the warranty. I don't think many local repairmen know how to service the grinder.
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I would say the one I have same one on the picture, and it isn't worth the money, it just went totally dead in few months, I replaced this with a grinder that I bought from starbuck in 1999 and it did ran perfect until july 2013 !!
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Thanks JJLet me know how you like the A10.Now the question is, how are you grinding your beans? I have a Baratza Vario and I am also very happy with it. Occasionally grinds will stick in the basket due to static, but overall pretty rock solid. They have the new Vario that doses by weight; wish I had it. When I use my Chemex or Hario pour overs, I weigh out the beans and water. If you haven't tried a pour over, it's an inexpensive investment which brews excellent coffee.Happy brewing my friend...
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I use a coffee grinder to grind whole espresso beans for this machine. Doesn't have to be super fine but I think you get better espresso that way. Great machine especially for the price. My local Peet's coffee recommended this machine to me - it's been a great little machine. Good milk foaming too. Hope that helps.
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I have not yet dismantled the grinder yet-- but I do know that the mill is adjustable-- and that the grinders are large enough to handle Coffee berry/beans just fine. Ask me in a year or two, if I have had a chance to tear into it by then.-- Mack
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I've had mine for several months and it's working fine. I do clean it out on a weekly basis by rinsing out both hoppers and the removable blade and blowing out the body of the grinder. If it only worked 10 times, it might be defective. Send it back.
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sorry for that happening to you. i can't remember but I don't think mine arrived that way. You may have gotten a machine that someone was actually using thus the grinds all over the place. I'd phone the company you bought it from and the rancillio company.
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LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore and if yours cracks like mine did, then you'll be out of luck. LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore... » Read More LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore and if yours cracks like mine did, then you'll be out of luck. « Show Less
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The grinder comes "set" and you have to loosen it a bit (read in a posting when I was buying it) to even use it. You should be able to set it super fine and may want to grind it twice. I'm still happy with it.
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It's such a reasonably priced machine. Even if they offered "cup" inserts, they would probably cost almost as much as the grinder. I purchased two separate grinders. I have black one for coffee and a white one for seeds, nuts, and spices.
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I've got mine set on one and it gives a powdery finish to the grounds that can't be beat for a smooth, flavorful coffee. So much so that we hardly ever use the espresso machine unless we are making a base for ice cream or something that requires tons of coffee flavor with little liquid. This is a really great grinder!
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No problem at all. We have had no issues. Have used this Lem grinder three times so far. We are very satisfied, Great Machine.
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Hello Thea! I'm sorry I am just now seeing this message. Our grind mechanism is made of high quality stainless steel, in fact the original designer of these mills is in the business of metal so he made sure the very best quality was used. I hope this helps! Maria, Owner Grind Gourmet
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Thanks for responding, I don't think I'm going to find a machine that does what I want. Back to grinding by hand!
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I also had no luck this hand grinder, what I got and love is the Krups coffee grinder, it is fast and gives a nice fine grind.
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I just got mine and I'm wondering if I should return, my drive shaft appears slightly bent and when I grind with nothing inside it scrapes ceramic on ceramic at one section of the rotation. :(