Ponte Vecchio Export vs Lusso Americanos - Page 2

#11: Post by **yakster** » November 13th, 2013, 4:57 pm

Take a look at Enrico Maltoni's classic espresso machine collection and you'll know what I want. The Faema Faemina will have to do for now...

November 14th, 2013, 12:36 pm

beer&mathematics wrote:Brainless beauties! Ha! I like that

I'm never getting rid of the Export, since I just love looking at it. It's so unique and beautiful to look at (IMO)
But, I also really want a Lusso. Actually, I want a Sama Club but not sure I would be able to handle any repairs if it gets damaged in shipping. One on Fleabay italy right now that I wish I could afford. Am I turning into a hoarder?

I would have preferred a club to a lusso because of the larger group, but I have no real complaints. If I get another machine it's going to be a big lever though.

#13: Post by **peacecup** » November 14th, 2013, 12:41 pm

The Sama club used the 49-mm group like the Elektra. There are a few other old makes out there too, like the Bezzera Family, that used the 49. The 45-mm group on the Lusso works wonders on the espresso though, so aside from being a little bother with changing seals, I don't mind the size.

November 14th, 2013, 12:54 pm

I say Export.The best looking machine there is in my opinion.
Makes great coffee.
Someday I'll have one again.

November 14th, 2013, 1:11 pm

peacecup wrote:The Sama club used the 49-mm group like the Elektra. There are a few other old makes out there too, like the Bezzera Family, that used the 49. The 45-mm group on the Lusso works wonders on the espresso though, so aside from being a little bother with changing seals, I don't mind the size.

Olympia made a near exact copy of the club too.

#16: Post by **peacecup** » November 14th, 2013, 1:21 pm

Just pull the lever and enjoy espresso.No flushes needed.

This is also true for the Lusso. Imagine an Export group that never overheats and is always ready for the next great shot.

PC

November 14th, 2013, 6:05 pm

peacecup wrote:This is also true for the Lusso. Imagine an Export group that never overheats and is always ready for the next great shot.

PC

What I like about the Club is the fact that the group is easily accessible. I have owned my Export since May and definitely need to take it apart to maintenance it and I'm terrified to do it.

#18: Post by **JZY** » November 14th, 2013, 8:05 pm

Anyone have any experience on the difference between the Club vs Lusso in terms of espresso output. The Export 45mm system makes an awesome espresso. I'm just wondering if the 49mm Mcal clone does as well...