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Originally Posted by HarryM

I was amazed today by the news that it will now cost: £570 plus £30 return delivery,

for a Full Service of your Ikawa Home roasting unit. There is a 2 week turnaround!

An absolute rip off to say the least!

The Flair 58+; the new flagship electric model from Intactidea, is retailing in the UK for around £645.

As I have now got this model, and also the Flair 58, I can compare the two, and can only find marginal aesthetic differences from the Flair 58 electric model, and the Flair 58 is £80 cheaper without the shot mirror, and stained (not solid Walnut) portafilter handle and lever handle, and is easily chipped!

Both models have the same water chamber and double hook latch, ...

Originally Posted by HarryM

It's amazing to think that we've been online for 12 years now; for 24 hrs, we're giving away a FREE account upgrade to Crema Membership to celebrate this milestone; thanks to those who've supported us over these years whether through a kind donation or by posting constructive info; your support is vital!

Still NO UK Agent ( Zurich, is NOT in the UK!) for the increasing number of Fan and Thermal Fuse failures/complaints in the Kaffelogic Nano 7

The inconvenience of having to send the Kaffelogic Nano 7 roaster back to New Zealand is a long drawn out affair for many who are having major issues, so my advice is to invest in the far superior and reliable; British Made, Ikawa Home roaster, and to ditch the Kaffelogic Nano 7e which retails at £1300 plus Shipping from Zurich in the EU! ...

Originally Posted by HarryM

here's my own aeropress lever; I also modified it so I can use a filter basket for a 22g shot: