Tamper shopping

replicant_argent · 11-09-2009, 02:21 PM

more invisible gold plating on the espro? Really? 90 bucks?
it's a chunk of plastic, some aluminum, and a cheap torque wrench with a little ingenuity.

At that price, I would rather not be one of the cool kids.

"Espro Tamper consistently monitors your tamping pressure and signals" wow, uh.. if I wink at it, will it know I want a hot date? What if I lick my eyebrows?

Marketing genius.

floydpink · 11-09-2009, 04:44 PM

Another option is to buy a bathroom scale and test your tamp pressure and monitor your personal weight at the same time.

DocLogic77 · 11-13-2009, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by floydpink

Another option is to buy a bathroom scale and test your tamp pressure and monitor your personal weight at the same time.

When first learning I used this method to help with proper tamping pressures.

11-13-2009, 01:49 PM

I think you can't go wrong with one of these.....they sell just about anywhere for $3.00 or less! Nothing fancy but it get's the job done!

Czech Pipe Tool

This pipe tool is a classic. It's been made in several variations for decaded. The three swiveling tools included the following: a spoon for cleaning out dottle and ash, a pick for correcting bad bowl packs and of course a tamper. Get one for the car, the glove box or your key-chain. Never be without a tamper again!

replicant_argent · 11-13-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SkinsFanLarry

I think you can't go wrong with one of these.....they sell just about anywhere for $3.00 or less! Nothing fancy but it get's the job done!

Czech Pipe Tool

This pipe tool is a classic. It's been made in several variations for decaded. The three swiveling tools included the following: a spoon for cleaning out dottle and ash, a pick for correcting bad bowl packs and of course a tamper. Get one for the car, the glove box or your key-chain. Never be without a tamper again!

I have one of those, great for a pipe, but not so hot for the espresso group head.

mosesbotbol · 11-10-2009, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

At that price, I would rather not be one of the cool kids.

Who said anything involved with making espresso at home is cheap?

I do not have one, but tried it and it's a solid piece. Yes, if you already know what you are doing, it might be a waste. I can see how this is useful in a restaurant setting or for someone who is buying their first machine.

Personally, I my tamps at home are slightly harder, but my grind makes up for it.

replicant_argent · 11-10-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Who said anything involved with making espresso at home is cheap?

There is a marked difference between "cheap" and useful/functional at a lesser price point. I need no elitism when regarding a plug of round metal with an ergonomic handle on it.

mosesbotbol · 11-11-2009, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

There is a marked difference between "cheap" and useful/functional at a lesser price point. I need no elitism when regarding a plug of round metal with an ergonomic handle on it.

I hear ya, I don't own that tamp either. Not that I haven't spent more than I had to on other things.

Mister Moo · 11-11-2009, 11:50 AM

Well. The bottom of certain glass spice jars work fine. I just find a rosewood handled convex 58mm Reg Barber is a little better feeling in the hand.

floydpink · 11-10-2009, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Who said anything involved with making espresso at home is cheap?

I do not have one, but tried it and it's a solid piece. Yes, if you already know what you are doing, it might be a waste. I can see how this is useful in a restaurant setting or for someone who is buying their first machine.

Personally, I my tamps at home are slightly harder, but my grind makes up for it.

I'm just the opposite and tamp lighter and grind finer.

11-09-2009, 02:21 PM	#1
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Tamper shopping more invisible gold plating on the espro? Really? 90 bucks? it's a chunk of plastic, some aluminum, and a cheap torque wrench with a little ingenuity. At that price, I would rather not be one of the cool kids. "Espro Tamper consistently monitors your tamping pressure and signals" wow, uh.. if I wink at it, will it know I want a hot date? What if I lick my eyebrows? Marketing genius. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

11-09-2009, 04:44 PM	#2
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: Tamper shopping Another option is to buy a bathroom scale and test your tamp pressure and monitor your personal weight at the same time. __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane"

11-13-2009, 01:49 PM	#4
SkinsFanLarry Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tamper shopping I think you can't go wrong with one of these.....they sell just about anywhere for $3.00 or less! Nothing fancy but it get's the job done! Czech Pipe Tool This pipe tool is a classic. It's been made in several variations for decaded. The three swiveling tools included the following: a spoon for cleaning out dottle and ash, a pick for correcting bad bowl packs and of course a tamper. Get one for the car, the glove box or your key-chain. Never be without a tamper again!

11-11-2009, 11:50 AM	#9
Mister Moo I barely grok the obvious Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Lizard Lick, NC Posts: 1,417 Trading: (3)	Re: Tamper shopping Well. The bottom of certain glass spice jars work fine. I just find a rosewood handled convex 58mm Reg Barber is a little better feeling in the hand. __________________ "I hope you had the time of your life."