Since I know that a few of us have bought this item, it seemed easier to start a new thread. Mine arrived today but I have had absolutely no time until 20 minutes ago to unpack it. I bought the step down basket that simply pushes into a 58mm bottomless (£32), a wooden tamper (£21), a packet of paper filters (£8) and a magnetic dosing ring (£13.50). Also in the box was a shower screen that I did not order so many thanks.
The order of the day is put the paper filter into the bottom of the basket. I have seen people say grind coarser. I wanted to use my Zero as it is easier to play with. I had some decaf that was on the boundaries age wise. I knocked it back a couple of notches, ground 16gms, poured it in and tamped. Put the shower screen on top and put the pf into the group. The handle did not tighten as much as it usually does and the shot was poor with water coming out of the seal. Ground another batch a bit finer, prepped the shot and tightened the handle more. This time everything was just about within my parameters for being acceptable.
I was not concerned with taste as I do not know the coffee. But tomorrow I will try something I know. This is one of those things that on paper ought to produce a nice sweet shot…..therefore I live in hope! Will report back tomorrow.
