Review of Rocky Doserless Grinder in Stainless Steel

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(More customer reviews)I have had my Rocky doserless grinder for nearly nine months and I have never regretted the purchase.This is one of the premier prosumer grade coffee grinders and delivers consistent quality for espresso through drip and (almost) up to press pot.It is solid, relatively quiet - I use mine in my office at a small university and do close my door to muffle the noise a little more - and a great option for grinding for each individual shot of espresso.Plus, its compact form factor and mechanical-cool look mean Rocky can sit on the corner of my desk, next to the Gaggia Factory lever machine that it serves.

The highlights of the Rocky are its solidity and quality, its ease of adjustment, and in the case of this doserless model, its ability to grind for each dose of espresso or brew with minimal holdover of grounds.Because the path from burrs to chute is so short and unobstructed, I can rap the side when I am done and dislodge any leftover grounds, or simply remove the two screws holding in the chute to use a brush to clear it.The metal hoop below is perfect for holding a Gaggia or Pavoni portafilter when grinding, and can be removed with one quick tug to allow you to grind into a filter, press pot, or bag.Rocky's weight keeps it steady - it is no flimsy lightweight - and I personally like that the power switch and grind switch are separated on the doserless model.Having the grind switch on the front is convenient.

The only things keeping Rocky from getting five stars have to do with the grind settings.On the coarse end of the adjustment, Rocky just doesn't quite make it to a real french press grind.This is an issue that was noted on coffeegeek reviews and which I didn't care about when I bought the machine, but which I now wish I had considered.Also, and this is a niggling point, the grind adjustments are stepped, not stepless.In a perfect world, I like to think that all grinders should be stepless like the Mazzer Mini that I occasionally get to play with.That said, the steps are close enough that I have not found a problem in getting the grind I desire, and the system of a release button on the collar that adjusts the burrs is slick and simple.

If you are in the market for a top end consumer coffee grinder, take a good long look at the doserless Rocky.When a Mazzer Mini would be overkill (and overpriced), but you want something closer to commercial grade than a Solis Maestro, Rocky hits the sweet spot.

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Product Description:
RAROCKYND -55 different grind setting -Commercial quality grinding burrs -Convenient direct dosing system -Coffee bean hopper -Dimensions: 13.75" x 4.5" x 9.5" -Quiet, powerful and safe -12-month parts and labor warranty It s Italian and it s called,Rockyso that means it s a champion. The Rancilio Rocky, designed specifically for espresso, enjoys the reputation of being one of the toughest, most durable grinders on the market. Based on the engineering and innovations developed from Rancilio s commercial grinders, the Rocky has set the bar for other grinders competing in the home espresso market. Because of its tough build and performance, but reasonable price, the Rocky is a popular choice for cafes and restaurants that need a medium duty primary grinder or a first line decaffeinated beans grinder. Its wide range of grinding options can convert coffee beans to anything from uniform coarse grinds to fine powder. This quality grinding is crucial for home, as well as high-end and commercial espresso machines and it s a dream for the espresso connoisseur. With so many settings, you can adjust the Rocky to very exact specifications.