This is my third Hario grinder and the second slim I have purchased.
I like the slim better than other grinders because it is slim and easier to hold while cranking. I am able to wrap my entire hand around this grinder as opposed to certain other grinders that are as thick as a mug and my hand tires on those grinders keeping the grinder from moving while cranking. The grinder cranks smoothly and makes relatively easy work of the beans. Everything that is ground is exceptionally consistent. For burr grinders the cost is reasonable. It is also cheaper than typical electrical burr grinders. Since I generally am not grinding a significant amount of grinds each time, I don't mind using a hand crank grinder over an electric burr grinder.
The slim is easy to use and adjust and can grind beans for espresso or coarser grains for other types of coffee. Though made of plastic it is very durable. I never clean the grinder with water, but it would be safe to do so (I brush it out with a dry paper towel only). The hand crank detaches when you load beans into the reservoir and for storage purposes. This grinder is also excellent for travel and camping.
The top reservoir can contain about 3-5 cups worth of grinds. If set on one of the finest settings, it'll probably take around a minute or two to grind enough for 1-2 cups of coffee. If set on a coarser setting, it takes around 15-30 seconds to grind. Unscrewing the bottom and pouring into my cup/aeropress etc. is clean as the hole is far more narrow than other burr grinder post grind containers. There is very little static unlike electric burr grinders which I seem to often end up getting grinds onto the counter top when it inevitably clumps to other grinds or statics to the edge and comes out weirdly from the container.
If I ever need another grinder, I'd consider grabbing another one of these, even considering it over electric burr grinder since I don't make exceptionally large batches anyways.
| Brand | HARIO |
|---|---|
| Model Number | MSS-1DTB |
| Colour | Glass |
| Product Dimensions | 11.18 x 7.87 x 18.29 cm; 300 g |
| Capacity | 13 g |
| Material | Glass |
| Special Features | Manual |
| Item Weight | 300 g |
