Is the top hollow, or is it a solid piece? Similar models have a hollow top allowing water to enter through the plunger hole & stay inside.
150320
Top is hollow...but I wouldn't recommend this product. While I have had no problems with the lid, I get coffee grounds when I pour because the screen isn't functioning properly. I have tried to locate a new screen but haven't been able to. Amazon doesn't carry it and the generic ones don't fit.
1133913
You nailed it - hollow, and yes water and deity knows what else can get trapped in there. However, it is dishwasher safe, fairly easy to shake water out, and not that big a deal. Less than perfect, but for the price I think totally worth it.Edit - 3 people gave another answer as of the day I responded - no IDEA what is going on there. Not sure what they mean by solid - but imagine the weight of metal if it was a block of metal vs. a "shell" of metal (like mine is). Maybe I got the cheap one but I doubt it. Would love to hear how my answer is wrong, but hey - internet.
1133914
It's hollow, but I haven't had any problems with water entering and staying inside.
1133915
The top is very light weight, so it is likely hollow. However, I have not had any problems with water getting inside.
1133916
It's solid. Honestly, in looking back, I wouldn't have purchased this pot. It's just too fussy for what it is.
1108710
It's smooth and flat, but has a thin, circular "ring" (a few mm deep) in the centre that fits into the drain hole. It also has a small suction cup on the bottom of the "tab" that sticks out from the stopper.
511117
No. The top is hollow. When I got mine it had a huge hole in it from being crushed and Altra would not replace it.
177270
slight confusion on my part... the hole in the top is the water exit (not inlet).
1419084
The 'ring' around the bottom that keeps the colander above the surface is solid stainless but it ia only a 'ring'. Looking down to the middle from the inside of the colander there are holes throughout just as the rest of the colander s 'holy'. So you won't have any leakage through the base on the sides through the solid 'ring', only in between the ring down inside the base.
1118303
The top comes down pretty secure. I haven't noticed any water inside. However a little water could come in around the top during a hard rain.
2094184
The inside of the plunger is made out of metal or stainless steel. The bottom of the lid is plastic. The handle is plastic and so is the top of the plunger. Very sturdy and well made in my opinion.
2253389
The "plunger" goes nearly to the bottom...I've found that only a small amount of liquid remains. It keeps the coffee hot plenty long enough, too. And if you prep with hot water it will stay hot even longer. I haven't had much in the way of grounds escape either. Probably because I grind my coffee too long. I'm very pleased!
1027465
No. It has a smooth edge and the water does not stay inside. It works well for us.
1026654
Yes it is hollow. That allows you to shape the cane to slide deeper up into the handle.
938062
Hello: the plunger is probably in the locked position. While holding the black ring, turn the clear top part until it releases.
1063620
It has a solid plastic bottom. I have had this for several months and it is working out fine.
1634206
Yes it is hollow. My dog has chewed it up quite a bit, but it still retains its shape. However, the handle had been destroyed.
1732094
The hole is about 3/4 of the way through then it stops. The base is hollow and you fill it up with water or sand for weight.
120656
No, the plunger does not go to the bottom. But it works beautifully. The plunger is so tight and the mesh openings are so small that grounds cannot get through. It is best to use course ground coffee but other grades work.
1320901
It is hollow but sturdy enough if you don't exceed the bench's maximum capacity. I haven't had any problems with it.
1223394
I can't tell if it's solid or hollow but the fact is that it is very sturdy -- has been installed in the bathroom my husband uses who is 170 lbs and uses it to pull himself up from the toilet. Just make sure you install it properly -- screwed on the two by fours and not on just sheetrock.