Known in some humorous circles as the “Bicep Grinder”, a hand burr coffee grinder is often the overlooked and underestimated tool of the coffee-grinding family. Everyone today focuses on the fastest and quickest technology and as such it’s only natural for a man-power operated tool like a hand burr coffee grinder to get lost in the wind.
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This is unfortunate because a hand-cranked grinder is actually an excellent tool and some can argue that the grinds it produces are superior to those of most bladed and burr grinders alike. Though the process might be a little slower than what some may prefer, in the end it can still create an excellent blend.
Right off the bat there are a few obvious benefits of a hand burr coffee grinder. The first would be its shelf-life compared to its electric counterpart. Being only a few simple tools constructed together without any electronic dependence, they will always outlast electrical grinders by a long haul. Second; the hand burr coffee grinder is constructed usually completely of wood and metal. This is comparative to the plastic a lot of electric grinders are made from. The problem with the plastic being the accumulation of static electricity during the grinding process and thus a much harder mess to clean up in the end.
The ability to hand turn your own grinding also means the speed usually won’t increase too much. While the slow method may seem as a draw-back to some, it helps preserve the natural aroma and flavors that are wasted away when the beans absorb heat during a mechanical grind. Controlling your own speed means you also control the consistency of the end-product. Depending on your personal tastes, your hand burr coffee grinder can create a unique grind that could never be achieved through the electrical counterpart.
Let me show you what current owners have to say about it:
Kurt A. Schryver
This is a fabulous grinder, hands down. Ceramic conical burrs literally last a lifetime, very easy to clean and adjust to very fine or bigger grind. Be aware though, the design of this grinder allows for too much play in the shaft for bigger grinds and becomes inconsistant. Google skerton hand grinder mod for a cheap effective modification that vastly increases stability of the upper burr. You cannot buy a better grinder for espresso. ZERO grind retention, very low static, and the glass catch bin fits a portafilter perfectly for mess free dosing.
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