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01bah01You can also fix that with a pen by marking the side of the dial but in the end a quick etsy order is probably the easiest. It's unbelievable how everything in these 2 grinders is really well done and then you have this small stupid design flaw.
7itemsorFEWERYeah I was very confused by that because I am currently in the research phase of purchase and the was one huge pro pretty much everyone agreed on. Side note, if you'll indulge me- I got a 064s and unboxed it and it has a terribly high pitched resonance. I can't tell if maybe I'm sensitive to it or got two defective units in a row. Anything you've noticed?
I was hearing it running completely dry. Immediately gave me a headache. I have mine boxed up to return so might be hard to get back out. My wife cant hear it but my sister in law could.
Apprehensive_Fan_844I just got the 064s. Have not had issues with popcorning at all, nor with getting beans stuck in the tray (two most common complaints online), but the retention is a little frustrating. I have to turn the knocker ring like 5-6 times *while* grinding every time, otherwise my dosing is f’d. Curious if anyone else has had that problem? I didn’t see many ppl mention it online prior to purchase
Asleep_Spray274timemore sculptor 064s. £450 new from ebay. Why? on looks and cost. I like the design and the cost was good discount.
I would say spend a few extra quid and go for a timemore o64s. My personal experience with it has been very positive.
awoo2I own a niche and a timore sculptor 64s. The sculptor costs less tastes better for espresso and can do pour over.
AZombieguyLove my 064s after the first 2 months!
bodosomI have a 064S. There are little things like the hopper being too shallow, surprise beans, totally random fines ejection, completely borked grind indicator and larger things like cleaning is a pain, shifting from coarse (Aeropress) to fine (espresso) can cause a bad shot and annoyance setting the zero point prompted someone to shorten the locator pin.
If I were serious about a 064S purchase over the next few months I'd wait on the (2026?) version. [Kaffeemacher at Host Milano 2025
Bond-as-in-JamesI would recommend Varia VS4 or a Timemore sculptor 064s on sale.
I would take another look at the Varia VS4! But I think in close second, probably the timemore 064s or as a budget option, CF 64v. Why do I say this? VS4 is very good in full grind range, and has low retention of coffee grounds. The timemore is probably slightly better, but in terms of workflow requires an extra step and is more messy (fines catcher, uses static electricity to catch fines and chaff, dosing cup needs to be cleaned out due to static cling every time). If you want to just enjoy your coffee. I feel like the VS4 is the ideal option, at $500. But the timemore, if you can get it for under $500, is a great choice. I wouldn’t get the DF64, just my 2¢
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