2014 HG one... regrets/would you purchase again?
- dcupstateNY
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Thinking about pulling the trigger on one of these. So, as the subject line suggests; any regrets on your purchase? I will use it strictly to pull SO espresso. Probably will replace my Pharos ... well, maybe.
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Dave
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- Bikeminded
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I have no regrets on my purchase. I never thought when I got into this hobby I'd spend that much on a grinder, but (for me), it has taken grind out of the equation for a source of problems. It's just been so stupid easy to dial in. A side note, I have not been using for much SO. More blends...Red Bird currently.
- Eastsideloco
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I have one regret...
not buying one sooner.
I use mine (pre-2014 model) for SO espresso. Works great. Very easy to settle into a routine with it.
not buying one sooner.
I use mine (pre-2014 model) for SO espresso. Works great. Very easy to settle into a routine with it.
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I replaced a Pharos with the original HG1. I admit that the new version looks like a nicer grind size adjustment. But I have no regrets upgrading from a Pharos. The Pharos was really nice compared to my old Vario, especially loved it once I got it dialed in that I didn't need to adjust it.
So given that I'm considering selling my current HG1 and re-purchasing a new one I would say qualifies for the original OP.
FWIW, I haven't pulled a blend as espresso in a long time, unless you count mixing a couple SOs together for the occasional shot as the last one runs out.
So given that I'm considering selling my current HG1 and re-purchasing a new one I would say qualifies for the original OP.
FWIW, I haven't pulled a blend as espresso in a long time, unless you count mixing a couple SOs together for the occasional shot as the last one runs out.
- dcupstateNY (original poster)
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So the new "stepped" adjustment doesn't dissuade you? Which burr set would you go with?EspressoForge wrote:So given that I'm considering selling my current HG1 and re-purchasing a new one I would say qualifies for the original OP.
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Dave
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I guess not, it seems like a lot of steps, how little can you twist anyway? In either case, these conical burrs don't seem to be very sensitive to needing minor adjustments. There's a large range where a coffee pulls well at. Compared to my old Mazzer SJ, it seemed like the correct grind was a razor thin setting, and changed every day.
I'd probably pick TiN burrs, only because they'd be different and something to try out, and because they aren't more expensive.
I'd probably pick TiN burrs, only because they'd be different and something to try out, and because they aren't more expensive.
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I don't think the steps are a problem, they wouldn't have screwed the grinder up for that. Don't think I've seen a single complaint from current owners, the steps are so tiny.
- dcupstateNY (original poster)
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To one and all ... thanks for your input/feedback!
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Dave
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As far as I know, anyone who has compared HG one to Pharos has reported no difference in the cup. So don't expect vastly different espresso. You can though presumably expect a more ergonomic grinding experience. I am a Pharos guy, and have considered moving to an HG-One just for the looks and convenience. I don't have room for an electric large conical, and I'm not going back to a smaller burr, so its pretty much my only upgrade option. More than 3x the price for looks and convenience is had to swallow though. Still considering it regardless.