Ashley83 Senior Member Joined: 8 Oct 2011 Posts: 12 Location: London, England Expertise: I love coffee
Posted Sun Aug 12, 2012, 4:56pm Subject: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
I currently have an 18g vst basket and a curved 58mm tamper, however it is not as snug as I would like, and also I'd like to just get a flat base. Which exact size tamper do I need? Thinking about ordering a reg barber what do you guys think?
The previous posters are correct, 58.35mm is the recommended size.
You cannot go wrong with a Reg tamper, they are the industry standard. Of course, there are other tampers available, cheaper ones and more expensive ones.
For home use, ergonomics is a minor factor. Instead, the choice really depends on economics and "ego-nomics." :)
tracerbullet Senior Member Joined: 13 Feb 2012 Posts: 152 Location: Saint Paul Expertise: I love coffee
Posted Mon Aug 13, 2012, 7:25am Subject: Re: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
There's an ebay vendor (US ebay) that offers custom sizes. "precision tamper maker" or something very close to that. I love mine. Do you have calipers to make a precise basket measurement? If so you might find something better or at least similar for less money.
Posted Mon Aug 13, 2012, 8:00am Subject: Re: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
The eBay seller TB is referring to is Knock: http://www.madebyknock.com
I have one which replaced my Rattleware tamper and like it a lot more. The tighter tolerance helps me tamp straighter and the height of the base is designed to be level with the basket when dosed according to VST spec which assists in visually confirming up or down doses. Highly recommended if you are looking for a cheaper VST tamper option.
CMIN Senior Member Joined: 14 Jun 2012 Posts: 512 Location: South FL Expertise: I like coffee
Espresso: Crossland CC1 Grinder: Baratza Preciso
Posted Mon Aug 13, 2012, 8:47am Subject: Re: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
tracerbullet Said:
There's an ebay vendor (US ebay) that offers custom sizes. "precision tamper maker" or something very close to that. I love mine. Do you have calipers to make a precise basket measurement? If so you might find something better or at least similar for less money.
yeh their down here in West Palm, you can't beat them for the money. Their specs are right on the spot and quality/fit is right there with tampers costing way way more ;) . They'll even custom make one to whatever spec you want if it's not listed.
Ashley83 Senior Member Joined: 8 Oct 2011 Posts: 12 Location: London, England Expertise: I love coffee
Posted Mon Aug 13, 2012, 4:23pm Subject: Re: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
Hey guys thanks for the replies, I just went ahead and ordered a 58.3mm reg barber as that seems like the closest to the recommended 58.35 from the Pullman tampers. I thought the reg's were pricey so the Pullmans are way too much! I checked out the made by knock website and they looked pretty good but I thought I'd spend a little extra and go with a bit of style from the reg instead. Should come in the next few days, so will give you my thoughts
Posted Mon Aug 13, 2012, 5:42pm Subject: Re: 18g vst basket - which tamper?
I picked up a VST 18g ridgeless basket and at the same time I got the Cafelat Royal tamper which is 58.35 mm and has a flat base. Got them both at Chris Coffee. The tamper also comes with the rubber tamper base, it has a nice feel and works great.
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