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Single-dose conical burr with near-zero retention
Not sold on Amazon: this links to Niche Coffee’s site.
The single upgrade that changes everything about your cup. Burr science, explained.

Why stepless adjustment and burr uniformity matter more for espresso than for any other brew method.

The grinders flexible enough to move between espresso, pour-over and French press without losing consistency.

Compact, travel-friendly, and often more consistent than a mediocre electric burr set.
Single-dose conical burr with near-zero retention
Not sold on Amazon: this links to Niche Coffee’s site.
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Dual-range 40-step burr set tuned for espresso and filter grinds
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Precision hand grinder with hardened steel conical burrs
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