Decent Espresso Tamper V2 - Page 2

#11: Post by **liquidmetal** » August 26th, 2018, 9:52 am

And a good looking handle, to boot. Man, this is going to be tough to not go on my christmas list with along with an 18g basket...

August 27th, 2018, 9:53 pm

Here are some photos of the V2. Hope this helps!
Not sure how to do a video, but can work on that.

#13: Post by **oButto** » August 29th, 2018, 12:13 pm

Wow it's beautiful! How do you feel about the ergonomics of the tamper? I'm highly considering buying one at this point, especially since it's perfectly sized for a VST basket.

#14: Post by **BaristaBob** » August 29th, 2018, 6:04 pm

Iowa_Boy wrote:Here are some photos of the V2. Hope this helps!
Not sure how to do a video, but can work on that.
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Thanks for the pics. Is the base actually "flared" like the Pullman Big Step (ie, bigger at the bottom), or is it just the lighting that makes it look that way?

#15: Post by **Prescott CR** » August 29th, 2018, 6:07 pm

Bob- I'm fairly certain that's distortion from taking such a close up pic.

Look at the pic on the website- https://www.decentespresso.com/new

August 29th, 2018, 8:59 pm

Correct - base is flat, not flared.
Ergonomics and weight are both excellent. I also like that you can use either 25 or 30 pound spring (only used the 25 thus far).
I definitely think my shots are more consistent using this. Zero regrets!

Still have the Decent basket and tamper stand to test out. Hopefully this weekend.

#17: Post by **oButto** » August 29th, 2018, 9:11 pm

I'm convinced haha. Going to order one today. Thank you for the review and pictures!

#18: Post by **arcus** » August 29th, 2018, 9:44 pm

Iowa_Boy wrote:I also like that you can use either 25 or 30 pound spring (only used the 25 thus far).

Did it come with both springs?

August 29th, 2018, 10:13 pm

The tamping kit (which is what I purchased) comes with both springs.
Otherwise the tamper comes with just the 25 pound spring. $9 extra to get 30 pound as well.
Better yet, order the tamper and 2 smaller items like the 30 pound spring and get free shipping.

September 20th, 2018, 11:23 pm

Is anyone actually using it with the VST baskets? How is the fit?