[Austin]

You and me both Red.

[Dunerunner]

I own a Braun bur grinder that I've had for easily 10 years. I has served me quite well, even doing the grinding for my small coffee business for 5 years. Adjustable grind and timed motor settings.

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[wheeledgoat]

I've never had anything but a blade grinder, but I am looking to upgrade. Only recently (on this forum) I've learned of the "burst" technique to get a more consistent grind. It really does work!! Much better results for my press coffee that will hold me over until I can get a burr.

(Actually, my mom said she came across an old hand-crank coffee grinder when she was cleaning out the basement. I vagely remember it from when I lived there - I remember it has a wooden "drawer" that the grounds fall into. I haven't a clue whether it's a "burr" grinder or not... am looking forward to getting my hands on it!)

[bigmike787]

That sounds like a Zassenhaus (sp?) grinder. If it is, it'll produce a MUCH better grind than that blade grinder.

[Austin]

Originally Posted by wheeledgoat

I've never had anything but a blade grinder, but I am looking to upgrade. Only recently (on this forum) I've learned of the "burst" technique to get a more consistent grind. It really does work!! Much better results for my press coffee that will hold me over until I can get a burr.

(Actually, my mom said she came across an old hand-crank coffee grinder when she was cleaning out the basement. I vagely remember it from when I lived there - I remember it has a wooden "drawer" that the grounds fall into. I haven't a clue whether it's a "burr" grinder or not... am looking forward to getting my hands on it!)

Funny, my aunt called me last night and asked if I wanted all my grandfathers coffee stuff including a grinder. I'm looking forward to seeing what all is there.

[Bill]

Are the old school grinders in demand? It seems if they worked better they would be making them now.

[Austin]

Originally Posted by Bill

Are the old school grinders in demand? It seems if they worked better they would be making them now.

I think so as collectors items. I'm not sure on the value though.

[Spyder]

Originally Posted by Stryker777

I'm still using a blade. I use it in short bursts and then settle. Then short bursts again. It helps to keep it more consistent and not burn it. I really want a burr mill grinder too but my budget will allow $50-60 max. My coffee is still very good and much better than any canned stuff. I think a roasting setup is going to be first on my list though.

Personally a GOOD grinder would be first on the list... why go through the trouble/time/money to roast your own beans only to destroy them with an improper grinder?!?

A good grinder doesn't have to cost a small fortune. I highly recommend a good hand mill or at least a good, used electric grinder. Burrs are affordable and all most used grinders need is a bit of cleaning and new burrs.

You wouldn't believe how many people join forums with the decades old question... "Does it matter what grinder I use?" Most people spend more on all the dinky grinders they buy along the way compared to actually buying a really good ONE that will last years and perform any task at hand.

[Spyder]

Originally Posted by bigmike787

That sounds like a Zassenhaus (sp?) grinder. If it is, it'll produce a MUCH better grind than that blade grinder.

Zassenhaus is just one of the many manufacturers of hand mills. Certainly not the best out there either based on many hand mill enthusiasts. You also have KyM, PeDe, Trosser just to name a few. The decades old Zasses might be good, but their new offerings are nothing more than shelf queens.

[Stryker777]

Good advice Spyder. I wish my coffee was more important to me than my Jeep. It would be a little cheaper lol. I will be getting a grinder soon. I bid on a few last week but never won. We shall see. No matter how I look at it though, parking on top of a 7ft mound of snow at Walmart was a lot more fun than buying a new grinder.