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22-07-2023, 19:57
(Edited 22-07-2023, 19:58 by MkPaige.)
Not trying to hijack this post but i thought i'd ask if this would be a good option for a first time grinder purchase
KINGrinder K4
Found it on Barshaker. I'm looking for something easy to use where you don't need a whole lot of strength.
I ordered a Gaggia Evo Pro but i don't have a grinder yet.
Thanks!
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23-07-2023, 09:08
(Edited 23-07-2023, 09:10 by alin1970.)
I use a Kingrinder K2 grinder, bought from Barshaker and I am very pleased with it. Metal construction, stabilized steel shaft with two precision bearings, modern steel knives in 6 corners capable of espresso. K2 has internal tuning. K4 is externally adjustable and in my opinion is a very good option for espresso but more expensive than K2 The effort at k2 is not great and the time for 16 grams approx. 40 sec. A grinded espresso on K2
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23-07-2023, 19:11
(Edited 23-07-2023, 19:18 by MkPaige.)
(23-07-2023, 09:08)alin1970 Wrote: I use a Kingrinder K2 grinder, bought from Barshaker and I am very pleased with it. Metal construction, stabilized steel shaft with two precision bearings, modern steel knives in 6 corners capable of espresso. K2 has internal tuning. K4 is externally adjustable and in my opinion is a very good option for espresso but more expensive than K2 The effort at k2 is not great and the time for 16 grams approx. 40 sec. A grinded espresso on K2
(23-07-2023, 19:11)MkPaige Wrote: (23-07-2023, 09:08)alin1970 Wrote:
Thank you for your input! Coffee looks good! I know lots of YouTubers give it a good review, but not all disclose if they're sponsored/endorsed by the brand..
I like the external dial, seems more intuitive that's why i was considering it since i'm a beginner, i don't want something too fidgety..
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If the higher price does not bother, the K4 is preferable for external adjustment and wider adjustment range and lower step between 2 click
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External dial also means more stability of the burr. @
renatoa explained this somewhere, that internal dial equals a bit of instability, but I cannot find the post now.
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24-07-2023, 20:19
(Edited 24-07-2023, 20:21 by MkPaige.)
(23-07-2023, 20:10)alin1970 Wrote: If the higher price does not bother, the K4 is preferable for external adjustment and wider adjustment range and lower step between 2 click
Yes, i was looking at the K4. It's not that much more expensive compared to the K2. I will order one once my espresso machine arrives!
(24-07-2023, 00:26)cradun Wrote: External dial also means more stability of the burr. @renatoa explained this somewhere, that internal dial equals a bit of instability, but I cannot find the post now.
Even better
I have no idea what i'm doing anyway, i have a lot to learn but i'm hoping this beginner equipment will last me a good while.
