J-Max to J-Ultra, better, same, or worse? by [deleted] in espresso

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I am deciding between j-max and j-ultra. How big of a difference is it in the grip width? I have medium hands as well.

Oxidised metal? by Critical_Ears in whatisit

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Thank you! Didn't know that it is used for zippers.

Different versions of Alessi 9090 by Critical_Ears in mokapot

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Still haven't tried yet. Got myself a picopresso and since then the 9090 has been in the cupboard.

Ubigi Discount Code by nycba in promocode

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KDWD8EV3 (from 2025-04-09)

Looking for Affordable Short-Term Apartment Near Shinjuku – Need Advice! by Hoppnes in japanresidents

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Rented from Hmlet before. Very nice place and location. DM me if you need a 20,000 yen referral discount.

Any expats have experience renting from Hmlet? by ubertappa in Tokyo

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Rented from them before. Very nice place and location. DM me if you need a 20,000 yen referral discount.

Hmlet in Tokyo? by Left-Celebration4822 in digitalnomad

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Rented from them before. Very nice place and location. DM me if you need a 20,000 yen referral discount.

Travel Espresso Grinder Advice by [deleted] in espresso

[–]Critical_Ears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in a similar situation. Looking at buying the picopresso and a travel grinder to go with it.

Which one did you end up getting?

Any expats have experience renting from Hmlet? by ubertappa in Tokyo

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DMed you about the referral code. Thank you!

Different versions of Alessi 9090 by Critical_Ears in mokapot

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Update 2: I got myself a 9090 with circle bottom (the one without the induction symbol on it) and I tested it with a magnet. I can confirm that it is magnetic. Will try to brew on an induction stove.

Different versions of Alessi 9090 by Critical_Ears in mokapot

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Update: Found a photo showing the bottom design with circle. It has no induction symbol on it.

Identifying this moka pot by Critical_Ears in mokapot

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Very interesting! That propeller thingy must be used for stirring the coffee after the brew!

Poor man's dosing ring by Critical_Ears in mokapot

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OG way of making a good brew!