what is the ideal best type of salt and pepper (and healthy) to use for this unit. I'm new to grinding - and no nothing about S&amp;P
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I use the Celtic Sea salt which I bought thru Amazon & I use the tri-peppercorns which I buy at World Market. I'm sure you could order it thru Amazon as well. I love this salt/peppercorn grinder & I have tried many thru the years...
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I have only used it for course salt, but there is a burr on the bottom that tightens or loosens the grinding plate, so maybe small seeds are possible for it to grind. I know my salt comes out in very fine grains. Poppy sees are pretty tiny tho, so your guess is as good as mine.
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No, the newer model seems to deliver slightly less salt or pepper than the older one. There is no visible reason, but perhaps the clearances are a little tighter on the grinding shaft.
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I think they are just alike. I have both. Can't say I ever tried to see if the pepper mill would grind salt. They work the same. Honestly I hardly ever use the salt mill. It looks nice sitting with the pepper mill. They hold a lot so I do not have to refill that often.
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I bought a Japanese ceramic salt grinder here on Amazon and it works great even with the wetness of this salt. It is called a Kyocera Ceramic Fine Mill.
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I ordered the pepper mill and received the salt grinder. The company did not offer to send me the pepper mill. You may have the salt grinder if the top is the only thing that comes off (where you fill it.) I already have a pepper mill and I love it. I was buying it for a friend. Try to order it from another company.
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SKU 90603 is for peppercorn. It has a carbon steel grinder, while SKU 90604 is for salt crystal. That unit has a ceramic grinder which prevents it from rusting due to more moisture for the salt. However, you can also use the SKU 90604 for peppercorn though it may not grind as well as the carbon steel. Exact dimensions to each other. Note: these new LED light versions are much better overall in quality and have a stronger motor than before so you can pretty much disregard all negative comments from December 2012 and before.
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I bought an OXO grinder...it had regular salt in it and I wanted something different, so bought this. I love the flavor. I found that the OXO grinder did a fabulous job in easily grinding it. I think you will like the salt, to me its not as salty in taste, but that's just me. This seller was a fast shipper too.
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I use the coarse salt in my grinder with no problems. I also use it unground sometimes, like on a slow-roasted pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaves (kaluah pig).
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Sandy, I haven't used the grinder for anything but pepper...but I will tell you I have not yet figured out the "trick" to fill this thing!....I am used to my old grinder which you just unscrewed and the top came off givving a wide fill opening. This grinder does not come apart and requires you to fill through the very small opening around the top...literally takes an hour to fill completely!....why do I stay with it?....it is a favorite on the table in its ease to use...the crank is great compared to the "normal" wrist turning required. Just wish I could figure out how to fill it easier!!! Sur wouln't be good for changing contents out very often.....
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scandi grind isn't the best for food prep. flat grind works much better for that. also, i tried cutting an apple with my mora robust, and the acids from the apple reacted with the metal. it is however very good at cutting wood and making shavings. feels really nice in your hand. hope that helped...
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No you do not need a grinder! I have been using this Real Sea Salt for over 20 years and would not use regular table process salt. There is no comparison between the great taste of Real Salt and bland taste of process salt.
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I agree with the other answers as well, buy the right machine for grinding. I suggest a Porter Cable grinder, I personally use one with grinding/cutting/sanding wheels on it.
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Not to worry! It is not a salt "grinder". It is a salt "shaker". It is advised that you use Sea Salt only.
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Hi Mary....In answer to your question, yes both the salt and pepper grinder have an adjustment on the bottom of each mill. Just turn the knob to the plus or minus clearly marked on the bottom to have a finer or coarser grind. You will love these but make sure you use new batteries. Each one takes four. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I enjoy mine. Sandy
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Dear A. Rosenberg, I also live in a humid climate, (Paraguay, South America) and this is the best salt grinder I have found. I have my sea salt brought from France and although it is humid from origin my OXO grinder always works. I hope this answers your question
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The quality is excellent! I have been using my set since Christmas, and it still looks brand new. The grinder on the pepper mill works easily and produces a medium to coarse result - exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!