Vintage grinders (macdobar, et al)

[espressobsessed]

Do any of you find it funny that we never seem to see any oldschool grinders, from the golden era (1950-70s) of espresso?

In fact, the only one I have really seen, was a macdobar in a recipe book. Interesting design, ornate chromed, with MACDOBAR running vertically up the back, and a glass hopper.

Anyone out there with any favorites? I realize technically, the old grinders are nothing special, but if you're familiar with the 50/60s espresso machines which bear more resemblance to streamlined cars, you'll understand the appeal they hold.

-jimmy

[banzaii]

I just stumbled across your entry and was surprised to find any information on vintage grinders. I own a Macdobar and am very fond of it. The grinder has been with my family since my grandparents renovated their cafe (in Austria) after WWII. When my father retired and leased out the shop I took the grinder with me.

I had to replace the classic glass top with a cheapo plastic piece after it was smashed to smithereens by some luggage handlers. It is in working condition and I even installed a 220 V outlet in my newly renovated kitchen to be able to run it again