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by joatmon
June 7th, 2018, 1:50 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 31
Views: 1502

How long have you had your espresso machine?

I've had my 59 year old Faema Lambro for 8 years. Absolutely no interest in another machine
by joatmon
April 21st, 2017, 4:28 pm
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 34
Views: 2950

What else should I try for straight espresso?

I drink 99% straight espresso and I believe Caffe Lusso Lionshare is the best I've used. I've ordered it more continuous times than any other coffee. Their service and shipping is great
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by joatmon
April 20th, 2017, 10:09 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 39
Views: 2702

Grinder for La Marzocco Linea Mini, max budget $1500

I have owned a K30 and now own a Monolith Conical. The K30 was a great grinder but the Monolith is so much better for single dosing. I feel that after several months it's "broken in" and I no longer use RDT nor WDT. I get the same, superb results every time
by joatmon
March 15th, 2017, 10:30 am
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 608
Views: 56007

KafaTek Monolith 68mm conical single-doser

I ordered a Mono Flat from Denis intending to sell my K30. I had far more trouble selling it that I anticipated so I decided to keep the K30 and get a Mono Conical. Denis said, "No problem" and got my Conical to me in short order. He was most accommodating. After receiving the Conical, my
by joatmon
December 7th, 2016, 9:27 am
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 68
Views: 7953

Monolith Conical - 90-days later

I have the conical and that's exactly what I'm facing at the moment!
by joatmon
November 30th, 2016, 8:39 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 17
Views: 2422

Mahlkonig K30 vs. Monolith Conical?

Eric, I've owned both. The MC replaced a K30 I used for 5-6 years. The MC will add about a minute to your prep time. You lose about 5 g. of coffee a session with the K30. If you want to alternate coffees, the MC is superior. If you get a bag of coffee
by joatmon
October 31st, 2016, 2:30 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 11
Views: 4622

Going rate of used La Marzocco GS3 MP and/or Mahlkonig K30 Air?

FYI - I sold a 6 year old K30 Vario on eBay last week for $875. It was in great condition. I had it as low as $600 for a time on CG and got lots of "send me pics" and "if it's still there when I'm readies", but no "buyers"
by joatmon
October 2nd, 2016, 1:43 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 300
Views: 27981

Kafatek Flat Burr Monolith Grinder

It's the latter. Robert's MF is ready and he owes the balance. I believe the ability to place an order for the next batch of flats will open soon
by joatmon
September 24th, 2016, 2:33 pm
Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
Replies: 17
Views: 1058

Joining the lever community after...

Rob, Enjoy the L1. The Milwaukee area is becoming a lever lovers delight. Enjoy the journey, Jack
by joatmon
September 15th, 2016, 4:19 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 41
Views: 3153

Help! I'm downgrading! La Marzocco GS3 to....

Thanks for the most interesting history lesson David. Jerry did take to drinking in the more traditional bluesman way - at least when he was staying in the Clarksdale, MS area. I run into Leland and Maryanne often when I'm in Clarksdale