Thank you Susan,
It takes so many turns because you tilt the grinder. That was a trick I used when I was doing forced child labour - grinding for Turkish coffee for my parents and guest.
I rebuilt Cremina 83 two weeks ago, and got Pharos to make a perfect pair. But still I kept convenience setup Vario and Brewtus.
Pharos outperforms Vario every time.
Cremina is still hit and miss, few heavenly shots, then one sour, burnt, then heaven...
I enjoy the lever ride very much.
Cheers,
Miroslav