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by subq
August 22nd, 2017, 2:31 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 693

Browsing for new lever espresso machine, budget under $2000

I don't think it's a lemon. However, I ordered the Strega when it was just announced and I have worked on it quite a bit. Right out of the gate I had to replace a piece on the inside because apparently they over-tightened a nut at the factory and when I turned the machine on (brand new) water
by subq
August 19th, 2017, 10:32 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 693

Browsing for new lever espresso machine, budget under $2000

Main reason is that it is a pain to work on (for me). I've replaced the pressure gauge and a few other things internally and it's always tough to get to everything. The machine is probably overkill for us as we only pull 2-5 shots (doubles-triples) a day but it does a good job. I've actually gone
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by subq
August 18th, 2017, 4:35 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 693

Browsing for new lever espresso machine, budget under $2000

looking for opinions on a new lever machine... I currently have a Bezzera Strega that I'm looking to replace. Initially, I was thinking a Londinium and then I saw the Profitec Pro 800. However, I think that one is outside of my budget as I'm looking for something under $2000 (US) and the closer to $...
by subq
May 2nd, 2015, 6:42 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

just a bit more feedback on the different burrs...keeping in mind that neither of mine have really been broken in for some reason on my BB even without break in I was only having to do about 20 (+ or - 2) rotation for 18-20g...that being said, it was a bit difficult for the Mrs...put the TiN burrs i...
by subq
April 26th, 2015, 4:35 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

not to get off topic, but I had to comment, love that magnet, nice touch!
by subq
April 25th, 2015, 12:08 am
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

very nice... I'm assuming you made that stuff yourself
by subq
April 24th, 2015, 3:54 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

I may give little coarser a shot (no pun intended). I recall somewhere in one of the "book length" HG One threads someone mentioned just grinding into a cup...I might try that as well since that's essentially what I was doing with the vario...WDT, my little yogurt cup to fit my basket, etc etc
by subq
April 24th, 2015, 3:10 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

Are you doing WDT in the HG One holder before going into the basket? I'm kind of wondering about that little holder...seems pulling that little stopper up and shaking side to side isn't the best way to distribute into the basket...but then again, what do I know
by subq
April 24th, 2015, 2:54 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 449
Views: 45371

2014 HG one grinder

I very well may look at motorizing it. my initial thoughts after only a single day of using it... It is harder to turn than I thought it would be. I went with the BB M. and I did not do any seasoning. I plan on just grinding coffee normally to get through the seasoning
by subq
April 24th, 2015, 2:43 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 7
Views: 532

Baratza Vario steel burrs - endurance

thx for the link, I may have to take a look at that...I actually ordered an HG One this time around because I was getting tired of the hassle but if the fix is simple I will definitely fix the vario