You Won't Find MORE Features In A Grinder THIS CHEAP... MHW-3BOMBER BLADE R3 REVIEW

[@bruneti12]

I just got this grinder, and a feature I would have loved is either a way to fold the crank, or a lid for the top part. That way it would be easier to store without the insides getting dirty from dust or wahatever.

[@lizhappybeans]

Oh yes! I agree, THAT is certainly missing!

[@VistasdelMar2008]

@@bruneti12 I fear that adding another element on what is the most important part of the method will only create another point of failure. And I’m happy with the torque of the fixed handle, adding a collapsible element might take away from the solid quality that we are getting.

[@coffeesaurus]

Hi! Thank for the video! It will be interesting to compare Timemore S3 with Bomber R3.

[@lizhappybeans]

That sounds great! I'll try to get my hands on one to make this 🙏

[@nikizztv5975]

I am using this hand grinder for a month with my espresso machine, pour over, and moka pot. All great..

[@lizhappybeans]

Amazing! Thank you for sharing your experience 😊

[@alex_photo-shop493]

Afrer 2 months hand grip is jump go 😊

[@el_nan1]

love your reviews, thank you!

[@lizhappybeans]

You’re most welcome!

[@zl8310]

kingrinder k6 or mhw r3 ??

[@ahmedshaikhani8571]

I have recently ordered it and I'm yet to receive. What was your grind settings for espresso which resulted in a perfect brew ? Also how to know that on which rotation we are ?

[@VistasdelMar2008]

@@ahmedshaikhani8571 I’ve watched several videos and my test today confirms that between 7 and 8 is where to start. I went in at 7 but am adding two clicks because the extraction was not quite finished at 30 seconds.

[@VistasdelMar2008]

@@ahmedshaikhani8571 You turn counter clockwise to zero. If it stops, you’re there, if it doesn’t, keep going until it stops. Then turn up to say, 7 (well labeled) and give it a try, especially timing the extraction. Adjust based on your extraction results.

[@bikesforme7922]

ty for the video. personally i'm not a fan of the handgrinders niche. i just purchased a eureka mignon as you know, and i put in espresso burrs. so for 250 dollars i have an electric espresso grinder with a good reputation. the 150 difference is a deal maker for the motorized grinding, especially first thing in the morning, when i need my espresso the most. i am impressed that you were able to make 18grams of grinds for espresso with the handgrinder in 1 minute.

[@lizhappybeans]

Absolutely agree with you! Hand grinding is hard work!!! Filming that video was my workout of the day with all the shots we had to grind 😂 I do find the process beautiful and peaceful when I’m brewing a pour over on a weekend afternoon using the expensive, fancy beans and feel like spending some time crafting a NICE cup of coffee… that’s mainly the use I give to it. Well, and when I’m on the go! Hand grinder and an Aeropress is a killer combo for travel!

[@PBlanco313]

Love the video! How does it compare to the Kingrinder K4 and P2 for espresso and pourover, respectively?

[@lizhappybeans]

I absolutely love this question and would love to be able to answer! Unfortunately, I haven't had the chance to experiment with Kingrinder so I can't answer right now. I will do my best to get my hands on these units to make a comparison for you!

[@PBlanco313]

@lizhappybeans Thanks! I went through your library after watching, so you can consider me a happy new subscriber 😁

[@lizhappybeans]

Amazing! Glad to have you around 💪🏼

[@VistasdelMar2008]

My first hand grinder was the Kingrinder K6. Beautiful machine, I was very impressed. Then I saw a review for this one, and went for the 75 € price tag for black Friday. I’ll be trying for the first time tomorrow. My experience with the K6: The clip that holds the wooden ball handle in place shredded too quickly and now the ball is free to fly off at random. As well, the rubber sleeve loosened up and is pretty much useless. The grinder rotates in my hand while grinding. I have to limit using the Kingrinder to decaf beans as they tend to be less resistant than regular coffee even at espresso grind. I don’t do French press or drip or anything other than espresso so I need a hand grinder that performs well for these fine grinds.

[@VistasdelMar2008]

Used the R3 this morning. The 7 setting produced a slightly finer grind than I need, so I’ll open it a couple of notches. The R3 is noticeably larger in the palm of my hand, so the rubber band that comes with it is not going to be used. The other difference from the Kingrinder is that because the R3 employs a magnetic grinds cup, I noticed that during grinding that you have grip above the cup, as it can be knocked out if you are holding it too low down the tube. Not a problem as it’s perfectly comfortable holding it in the region of the grip lines. I didn’t have excessive issues with static with two short taps before opening it. The R3 seemed to be a smoother grind as well, no need to angle the grinder during grinding like I have been doing with the Kingrinder K6. First impressions only.

[@mikele7982]

Can it fit in the Aeropress plunger empty space?

[@Stevesbe]

@@mikele7982 no

[@Stevesbe]

No

[@lizhappybeans]

Not really.

[@emainz1]

Do you think this would work for lighter espresso roasts? Any recommendations? I have a niche zero which works fantastic outside of light/nordic roasts

[@710Saurabh]

@@emainz1 I tried it but I wouldn’t recommend it. It’s really difficult to grind light roasts. This grinder also has a lot of radial play in the bearings making it quite misaligned while grinding. I’m surprised none of the reviews mention it at all.

[@lizhappybeans]

In all honesty, I wouldn't recommend it for that main purpose either. If that's the specific use you're planning for it, it may not be the right grinder for you. Light roasts + espresso-fine grind will be hard and time consuming; the taste results may not be what you're expecting either. I would use the R3 mainly for filter coffee which would also make sense with the sieves included. Perhaps a flat burr grinder will be a better fit to solve your espresso light roasts. Hope this helps!

[@umarlatiff9595]

@@710Saurabh how is your r3 holding up? I heard some viewers experiencing some squeaking in theirs

[@CdoubeV]

nice review

[@lizhappybeans]

Thanks! ☺️

[@CoffeeShowcase]

I stop everything when I see a new Happybeans video drops!

[@lizhappybeans]

This comment made my week. Thank you so very much for your support ☕