Recommend a Burr grinder

[bobarian]

Looking for decent Burr grinder that wont break the bank. New to the Mokapot scene, thanks to Tzaddi.

Read where a Burr is recommended over my old whirlybird. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[germantown rob]

Originally Posted by bobarian

Looking for decent Burr grinder that wont break the bank. New to the Mokapot scene, thanks to Tzaddi.

Read where a Burr is recommended over my old whirlybird. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Not sure what will break the bank for you? $200-300 on up is where it is at but there are cheaper ones, I want mine to last and not be disposable so I stayed in the better range.
Grinders

I used a whirly blade for my mokapot for many years with good results, a burr will give you excellent results.

[floydpink]

I use a Gaggia MDF grinder and am very satisfied. I paid less than 200 for it.

[germantown rob]

Originally Posted by floydpink

I use a Gaggia MDF grinder and am very satisfied. I paid less than 200 for it.

What did you pay $199.99? I have not seen one for less than $206 new.

Used is a good way to get a great grinder cheap and buy new burrs.

[floydpink]

Originally Posted by germantown rob

What did you pay $199.99? I have not seen one for less than $206 new.

Used is a good way to get a great grinder cheap and buy new burrs.

Actually about $160 from WLL refurbished.

[King James]

I have like a $50 Krups one that does the job. But I'm sure its nowhere near the $200+ ones. Might upgrade grinder, but I gotta get a scale to weigh beans first

Originally Posted by bobarian

Looking for decent Burr grinder that wont break the bank. New to the Mokapot scene, thanks to Tzaddi.

Read where a Burr is recommended over my old whirlybird. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Bob,

When I get home this weekend I can tell you about the one I purchased a few months ago.

Here is the low down. I will provide photos as well.

Capresso Infinity Conical Burr Grinder
Commercial Grade, Solid Conical Steel Burrs w/Advanced Cutting Design for High Precision Grinding
$98.99

For maximum aroma and flavor retention nothing beats the Infinity Conical Burr Grinder series. Computer controlled special grinding heads cut the angles and shapes of the steel burrs to within 0.1 mm precision (1/250 of 1 inch). Burrs are produced as matched pairs and are hand-assembled in Switzerland for precise fit. The multiple gear motor produces the slowest grinding action (< 450 rpm) resulting in highest precision grinding from Turkish fine to percolator coarse.
Heavy-duty zinc die-cast housing
Extremely wide range from Turkish fine to coarse for all kinds of coffee preparation
Clearly marked fineness settings: 4 extra fine, fine, regular, & coarse; total of 16 settings
Commercial grade, solid conical steel burrs w/advanced cutting design for high precision grinding
Gear reduction motor grinds slow w/reduced noise & little static build-up
Slowest grinding speed in its class creates less friction & heat build up preserving max aroma & flavor in any grind setting
Safety lock system
Upper conical burr removable for easy cleaning
Tight fitting ground coffee container (holds up to 4 oz. of ground coffee)
See through bean container holds up to 8.8 oz. of beans
Timer can be set to grind from 5 to 60 seconds
Pulse grinding possible
Elegant, timeless and user-friendly design
Cleaning brush and measuring scoop included
Watt/Volt/Hertz: 100W, 120V, 60Hz
UL Listed
Dimensions: 10.8” x 5.4” x 7.7”
Weight: 6.1 lbs.
1 Year Limited Warranty for Household Use
Made in China

[Havanaaddict]

Yep this one is outstanding Capresso Infinity Conical Burr Grinder

[Mister Moo]

How much $$$?

Also, browse: http://coffeegeek.com/reviews/grinde...ll=&Letter=A#A

[bobarian]

Thanks guys! I am guessing I should stay away from this one?
http://www.ecost.com/Detail.aspx?edp...avid=155441519

[Ironman]

I love my Capresso, worth the extra $$ in my opinion.

[Seanohue]

Originally Posted by bobarian

Thanks guys! I am guessing I should stay away from this one?
http://www.ecost.com/Detail.aspx?edp...avid=155441519

I just bought that lol. $25 for a low-end burr grinder is awesome; can't be worse than my whirley.

[Cigargal]

Originally Posted by tzaddi

Bob,

When I get home this weekend I can tell you about the one I purchased a few months ago.

Here is the low down. I will provide photos as well.

Capresso Infinity Conical Burr Grinder
Commercial Grade, Solid Conical Steel Burrs w/Advanced Cutting Design for High Precision Grinding
$98.99

For maximum aroma and flavor retention nothing beats the Infinity Conical Burr Grinder series. Computer controlled special grinding heads cut the angles and shapes of the steel burrs to within 0.1 mm precision (1/250 of 1 inch). Burrs are produced as matched pairs and are hand-assembled in Switzerland for precise fit. The multiple gear motor produces the slowest grinding action (< 450 rpm) resulting in highest precision grinding from Turkish fine to percolator coarse.
Heavy-duty zinc die-cast housing
Extremely wide range from Turkish fine to coarse for all kinds of coffee preparation
Clearly marked fineness settings: 4 extra fine, fine, regular, & coarse; total of 16 settings
Commercial grade, solid conical steel burrs w/advanced cutting design for high precision grinding
Gear reduction motor grinds slow w/reduced noise & little static build-up
Slowest grinding speed in its class creates less friction & heat build up preserving max aroma & flavor in any grind setting
Safety lock system
Upper conical burr removable for easy cleaning
Tight fitting ground coffee container (holds up to 4 oz. of ground coffee)
See through bean container holds up to 8.8 oz. of beans
Timer can be set to grind from 5 to 60 seconds
Pulse grinding possible
Elegant, timeless and user-friendly design
Cleaning brush and measuring scoop included
Watt/Volt/Hertz: 100W, 120V, 60Hz
UL Listed
Dimensions: 10.8” x 5.4” x 7.7”
Weight: 6.1 lbs.
1 Year Limited Warranty for Household Use
Made in China

Just got this one today. $89. on Amazon. Will get to try it out tomorrow.

[gorob23]

Originally Posted by bobarian

Looking for decent Burr grinder that wont break the bank. New to the Mokapot scene, thanks to Tzaddi.

Read where a Burr is recommended over my old whirlybird. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Soul Skater could answer this in a heartbeat

Good Luck
Rob

[SmokeyJoe]

Thanks, Brothers... this thread was helpful!

[TOB9595]

I've been using the Capresso Infinity using the coarsest and finest settings.
I don't have a static concern and the piece is terrific.
I recommend it.
NEVER compared it to anything...price is very good for the grind I succeed at.
Tom