[Spyder]

Never used any type of grain mill, but based on what others have stated based on actual use most of these things will work OK for drip, press, etc. but not necessarily good for espresso.

It can never be said enough... the grinder makes ALL the difference in coffee. Espresso-specific grinders cost what they do for a reason.

[RichHelms]

A friend's son bought me an old crank grinder at the Salvation Army. I mounted it in my coffee office.

There is a coarseness adjustment on the back of the crank. I am so used to the speed of a commercial grinder. You get your workout grinding enough coffee for a pot.


Old Hand Crank Coffee Grinder


Coffee Grinder mounted by the roasting station

[havasu]

That coffee grinder would be an interesting work of art for anyone's wall!

[RichHelms]

havasu

I agree. I think it compliments my office nicely.

[Spyder]

I'd like to point out that alot of "antique grinders" are more for decoration than grinding. That's not to say most of them won't grind with decent results, just that a small percentage of them are actually up to the task of grinding with proper fineness/consistency.

[RichHelms]

This is definitely a decoration piece. Sure looks neat in my office though.

[Austin]

Originally Posted by Spyder

I'd like to point out that alot of "antique grinders" are more for decoration than grinding. That's not to say most of them won't grind with decent results, just that a small percentage of them are actually up to the task of grinding with proper fineness/consistency.

That's certainly what they were at my Grandfather's house.

[Naffanya]

looks good !