Has anyone heard of Trinity ONE Brewer? - Page 4

#31: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 7:38 am

Shife wrote:I don't think I'd take a chance on any electro-mechanical device on KS, but this thing is really pretty simple. Basic metal and woodworking.

I don't see any reason why they couldn't get this to market, but there is definitely a limit on how much I would be willing to spend on a tarted up Aeropress.

Hi Shife

Thanks for your thoughts on my product and the encouragement for getting it to the market.

Price point of the Trinity ONE is not for everyone, but for those who are looking for a step up in quality for their brewing line up, and I believe there is certainly a market out there looking for something like that.

Cheers
Mark

#32: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 7:58 am

DouloScott wrote:I would agree. I wouldn't buy an electro-mechanical device, but I might buy something else like this IF it were reasonable. I bought the bruer via Kickstarter and it is JUST as advertised, though it took longer to get than anticipated (don't ALL KS campaigns?). I also bought the travel tumbler from espro and am excited to get it once they figure out their tooling issues.

My only concern with this would be the thickness of the glass that is used and the availability to replace it. The bruer is quite a bit thinner than I would have expected and feels more fragile that I would have thought. That being said, you can buy replacement parts easily.

This is definitely a neat idea to play with and is basically a pretty and 'complexified' aeropress. Not sure it adds anything truly new to the game.

Hi DouloScott

Great feedback, thanks for sharing.

I have intended the design of the Trinity ONE to be easy to dismantle and assemble, for the purpose of allowing users to customise if they wish (I am hoping to provide options for timber in the future), but also for the reason of replacing components if required.

If the glass outer chamber needs to be replaced in the case of an accidental breakage, I will be offering replacement parts for the user to order and fit (you simply unscrew four self tapping screws and lift the timber from the top, and then unclip the bridging piece that holds the inner/outer chamber together). Same goes for the other components including the inner chamber and 'filter head', should these ever need to be replaced.

Cheers
Mark

#33: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 8:03 am

Shife wrote:If the product delivered is of the quality that is shown in the pictures, the pricing is probably pretty spot on. The real question is if there is a market for a manual brewer of this level of elegance.

I like it quite a bit. It appears to be a very lovely piece. I hope the creator of this can make a go of it. I may toss my hat in the ring just because I like to see craftsmen succeed.

Hi Shife

Really appreciate it. Thanks a lot! Yes, quality is a key focus for the Trinity ONE.

Initial response from the market is positive on Kickstarter, but early days! Let's see how it goes!

Cheers
Mark

#34: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 8:15 am

DouloScott wrote:I'm definitely less interested now that I know the brew chamber is not all glass.

Hi DouloScott

Unfortunately I have found it is not possible to create the inner chamber using glass! I need the dimensions to be exact in order to ensure the pressure seal is achieved reliably and consistently in manufacturing, glass doesn't provide the level of tolerance that is required. I will continue to investigate, but for now the material I have gone with is of quality, is suitable and very good to work with for this application.

Cheers
Mark

#35: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 8:17 am

Spitz.me wrote:I won't be buying one, but even if I was considering it at $195USD (which is even more expensive in CAD), I can't imagine I'd need to be very quick to decide in order to get the early bird price... I would bet it doesn't get funded.

Hi Spitz.

Thanks for the well wishes!

Not sure why you feel you need to share these assertions, but at least if you are correct, then nobody needs to worry any further about it!

Cheers
Mark

#36: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 8:29 am

morecoffee1 wrote:I think there already is. I think a nice vacuum pot makes a fair comparison in materials and elegance better than comparing it to a aeropress (but not function). As far as value to me, if it was a fully reviewed and exiting product about $260 would be the max(Cona + a portafilter). I figure the Cona is an elegant product that has great glass, sturdy metal hardware and the Trinity also has a portafilter looking segment. I don't see full retail for 2X a Cona's price. I think $195 is a little much for the risk involved as an early backer.

I also don't see the point of having any glass if the brew chamber is not glass. I would also want extra "o" rings and a part number of commercial replacements in case it is not supported after the Kickstarter.

I know I sound negative, but overall I do really like the looks and brewing options this would offer. The Aeropress + Cold brew drip seems pretty cool.

Thanks morecoffee1

I can certainly appreciate some people would want to see the 'end result' before committing! I have no issues at all with this.

It's great to hear your feedback on pricing.

Cheers
Mark

#37: Post by HB » May 2nd, 2015, 5:44 pm

trinity_coffee wrote:I am glad to see people out there are keen to discuss my new product! Will read through and respond to people's queries ASAP!

Sorry that I missed your flurry of posts, but your participation in the forums needs to adhere to the rules outlined in Vendor participation in the forums:

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We will leave your posts to-date, but going forward, please adhere to the rules above. Thanks.

#38: Post by **sweaner** » May 2nd, 2015, 7:30 pm

I hope that Mark continues to post while minding the site rules. I love this brewer, and would support the campaign if I didn't already have a Trifecta MB. I hope that he would consider making a more budget friendly unit for under $200. Skip the wood, one piece frame, $199!

#39: Post by **day** » May 2nd, 2015, 8:00 pm

The goal is at least more realistic, at 50k usd more than the arist with presumably much simpler demands to meet.

If it does get sponsored i feel like the end price after production started to flow couldnt possibly be much higher than the kickstarter price...honestly i wouldn't expect it to eventually be cheaper...good luck i would love one myself!

#40: Post by **trinity_coffee** » May 2nd, 2015, 10:37 pm

HB wrote:We will leave your posts to-date, but going forward, please adhere to the rules above. Thanks.

HB - thanks guys, new to the game but now certainly I am aware of this and will adhere.

Cheers
Mark