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Title: Hand Grinder
Post by: yorel23 on October 10, 2009, 08:36:42 AM

Anyone here tried one of these hand grinders (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150379241995#ht_761wt_859)?  Can't find anything about them on the internet.  They say they are manufactured by Lodos out of the Czech Republic which seems to have a decent reputation in the hand grinder market.  Anyone have any firsthand experience?  I'm just looking for a quality hand grinder for travelling.

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: mp on October 10, 2009, 08:43:41 AM

Hmm ... the price is certainly right.

 :)

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: John F on October 10, 2009, 02:16:20 PM

I almost got one but opted for the GSI instead.

It's saved my life on the two occasions that power was out.  ;) ;)

In case you look at other options..

http://www.amazon.com/GSI-Outdoors-Java-Grinder/dp/B000E0GA1Y

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: mp on October 10, 2009, 02:28:54 PM

Hmm ... another good option.

How do you find that works John?

 :)

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: John F on October 10, 2009, 02:31:47 PM

Quote from: mp on October 10, 2009, 02:28:54 PM

How do you find that works John?

Like this;

http://www.greencoffeebuyingclub.com/index.php?topic=4236.0

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: mp on October 10, 2009, 02:39:20 PM

Hmm ... ok ... so a good basic no frills hand grinder that gives a respectable grind and is easy on the pocket book.

 :)

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: yorel23 on October 10, 2009, 02:42:47 PM

John,

After reading your review, the eBay grinder seems like it would be a lot easier to hold.  My only concern would be grind quality.  I might have to spring for one. 

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: John F on October 10, 2009, 02:55:27 PM

Quote from: yorel23 on October 10, 2009, 02:42:47 PM

After reading your review, the eBay grinder seems like it would be a lot easier to hold. 

I honestly think it's going to be a toss up. It might be easier to hold but harder to crank.   :-\
All in all I think all the grinders in this category are about the same... a bit awkward to work but they will get the job done when you need it.

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: mp on October 10, 2009, 04:09:19 PM

Yorel ... I do like the look of the one you sourced ... it looks very refined.  Ultimately you will be the judge on that.

You pay your money and take your chances.

 :)

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: rasqual on October 10, 2009, 08:13:36 PM

The GSI is insanely difficult to hold. That ebay one looks like it would be for a thoroughly different reason.

What's with these crazy manufacturers? Did they flunk ergonomics 101?

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: John F on October 10, 2009, 08:24:10 PM

Quote from: rasqual on October 10, 2009, 08:13:36 PM

The GSI is insanely difficult to hold.

Dude..... do the C hold. With that mega paw you have you oughta be able to grip it pretty solid.  ;)

But it is stupidly awkward, I can't say it isn't.

And the other one looks to me like it's going to want to "gyro" when you crank it. There is only so much a sub $20 grinder will give I guess.

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: Pyment on October 11, 2009, 06:02:40 AM

John,

Your avatar looks like a stool softener. Is this a case of too much information?

Title: Re: Hand Grinder
Post by: John F on October 11, 2009, 07:09:35 AM

Quote from: Pyment on October 11, 2009, 06:02:40 AM

John,

Your avatar looks like a stool softener. Is this a case of too much information?

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