delta76 - I understand what you said. What I’m saying is that, for taste, it can be disappointing to be guided by the common opinion, as your own opinion might be different from the common opinion, if that makes sense.
Also, don’t forget there’s been a recent hype around lever machines. Don’t get me wrong, I think they are cool, easy to maintain and overall quieter - but they are not all the same. The V Evo and the Nurri are in the lead as they have married technology and tradition very well.