Grinder Advice - again

Honest_Gaza

Thanks Remus & FC....just got to work on the wife a little to raise my budget. 😢

mattyj

....just got to work on the wife a little to raise my budget. 😢

(chuckling to myself) ... been there. All I can say is, good luck, and I hope your lounge is good for sleeping on!

Remus

great post FC.

Remus

Someone once told me that an espresso machine is simply an accessory to a good grinder..

lol that bloke just happened to be a grinder salesman. ;D

Reschsmooth

Honest Gaza - "Thanks Remus & FC....just got to work on the wife a little to raise my budget" As I have said elsewher, forgiveness is easier to get than permission ;D

mattyj

lol that bloke just happened to be a grinder salesman. ;D

If he was, he would have been a good one! There's still times when I remember thinking '$600 for a coffee grinder?!? that's a bit over-the-top, isn't it?' But then I pull another shot 😉

Remus

[quote]As I have said elsewher, forgiveness is easier to get than permission

Honest_Gaza

[quote]As I have said elsewher, forgiveness is easier to get than permission

Reschsmooth

Don't forget, I disclaim absolutely all and any liability or responsibility for any damage that may result to you or your person as a result of any action you may take directly or indirectly influenced or directed from my previous comments. Having said that, go for it...get the best and biggest grinder you think you can get away with 8)

mattyj

[quote]Probably best to make sure I score that night, buy the grinder the next day, and stay away from BNT catalogues for a few weeks

Lovey

G'day all, Honest Gaza, how's the grinder hunting going? Are you still on speaking terms with your SO? 😉 Let us know how you went on both fronts. Steve.

Honest_Gaza

Hi Lovey, The hunt for the grinder continues. It looks like the Lux is the way to go. Just stalking my prey and waiting to pounce. The same goes for the grinder ;D

Honest_Gaza

Just watched the bidding on E-Bay for a Lux Grinder.....went for approx $250 including postage. So much for big savings on E-Bay.

Lovey

G'day Honest Gaza, if you've got your heart set on the Lux, give Fresh Coffee a ring and see what he can do for you. He may not be as 'cheap' as ebay, (which as you've found out, isn't that cheap at all) but you can't put a dollar value on the knowledge and after sales service that he can provide. Besides, while you're looking around for the best price, you're wasting valuable coffee preparation and drinking time. 😉 All the best, Steve.

Honest_Gaza

Yes, I've been in contact with FC and will probably source the Grinder from him. Just waiting for the right moment to place an order.

inertia8

I too now have the dilemma of which grinder... I am using a Saeco Via Venezia at the moment and have been saving for a grinder. Now it comes time to purchase and that $400 is looking at me and saying "you sure you want to give ALL of me away to the coffee shop?"... I know at some point I will get a better machine, but for now the VV does just fine, just whether to get a LUX or Rocky or Solis Maestro Plus is a hard decision...

mcraeotb

i only just took a 2 hour course in using a coffee machine... so i havent really got one right now, i just use a plunger, still... but what ive learnt is do it till u think its right, then ask someone if it looks right if they say yes, make the coffee for them ask them if its bad and if it is, take a bit longer and ask them if they are sure cause its their coffee 🙂

Lovey

G'day Inertia8,

I know at some point I will get a better machine, but for now the VV does just fine, just whether to get a LUX or Rocky or Solis Maestro Plus is a hard decision...

I think you answered your own question in relation to the choice of grinder. 😉 If you know you want to upgrade in the future, and who doesn't ;D, I'd get the best grinder you can afford, which IMH(Humble)O is the Rocky out of the group you mentioned. It is a proven performer and is built like a tank, and it would most likely see you through most bouts of upgradeitis. All the best, Steve.

Honest_Gaza

Made the big purchase this week. Got a lovely new Solis Maestro Plus 167 model. Turned it on this evening, ground some beans, shoved it under the Sunbeam 6900 and prayed. Crema first time !!!!! Tried it a second time and same result!!!! Just have to buy some new lightbulbs now (kitchens aren't designed for summersaults). This machine was sourced through one of the regulars on this site. Helpful advice over the phone, easy payment options, prompt delivery....and a working machine to boot. I'm not sure of the forum rules in regards to advertising etc, so I'm not sure if names can be used. Anyway, I'm sure that FC would agree that this is a pretty nifty little grinder. 😉

Reschsmooth

HG Admin can correct me if I am wrong, but feel free to list the name of the helpful supplier - generally these guys who supply and provide good service participate often on here, and more often than not, in their own time and offer great advice. They generally deserve a bit of praise. P

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