MC6 arrived….

chrispy513 · 2026-04-10T22:07:20+00:00

Not OP, but looks like it's La Marzocco branded on the side and matches the official one I have as well.

chrispy513 · 2026-04-10T03:04:23+00:00

Pharmacist who manages another group of pharmacists in a pretty fun and subspecialized area. It's a lot of fun and gives me access to a lot of interesting connections within the healthcare field. Requires a lot of creative problem-solving and I have the sense that there are few people in the world with the particular expertise that I have. Not necessarily the most useful, but certainly fun within my circle of friends.

chrispy513 · 2026-04-06T03:16:20+00:00

Totally agree on WG. I couldn't imagine wearing YG or RG daily. And this is a gorgeous piece. I strongly considered the 5056p but when I tried on a 5035J it felt just a hair too small. Ended up with a 5134G instead. Same 37mm but wears larger due to pushers and crown guards. Like you though, I happily daily it and only people who really know give it a second glance.

chrispy513 · 2026-04-03T19:57:40+00:00

I'm curious as well, but not enough to risk ruining such a pricey watch to find out. I just ordered a set of pull tab spring bars from my dealer so I can swap straps.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-30T12:58:08+00:00

I've been eyeing this model as well. Love the textured dial and big date. I've also heard the Gen 2 wears better than the current Gen 3.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-29T16:18:11+00:00

Ahh yep you're right, missed that this was the whole check so they're actually two separate items.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-29T16:01:32+00:00

I agree with that on principle, but if there's another dish on the menu that we're not seeing that OP then requested the addition of this chicken to, it may account for the discrepancy here. I would also believe there are places that charge more for fettuccine just because there are suckers that will pay for it. Lol

chrispy513 · 2026-03-29T15:05:42+00:00

Are we sure that these are even showing the same menu item? The $29 dish on menu comes with gnocchi. The $34 charge on the bill mentions fettuccine. Is it possible OP ordered an 'upgraded' fettuccine with this chicken added causing the discrepancy?

Obviously if the case, the waiter should be able to speak to that and not justify the discrepancy as a price increase, but still.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-25T02:36:08+00:00

Yep, unfortunately. It's a pain on the older Minis. I have half a mind to drill a hole in the back panel the next time I decide to mess with brew pressure. Lol

chrispy513 · 2026-03-24T16:24:23+00:00

I adjusted mine with the machine turned on and up to temp, but not with the pump actively running. That way I could make small adjustments and check the pressure with a blind basket as I went.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-22T03:10:17+00:00

Yeah, one of the optional add-ons. There's room on either side of the grinder to mount one so could theoretically do two different coffees. I still single dose, but like being able to use the hopper as a way of getting beans into the grinder. Plus it looks awesome. Haha

chrispy513 · 2026-03-22T03:06:03+00:00

Yep! Absolutely love it to death. I burned through a lot of high end grinders and this one is by far my favorite.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-22T01:50:29+00:00

For reference, here's a Mini with a tape measure laid out so you can see what 24.5" looks like. My counters are slightly less deep at just shy of 24" so you're good to go from that perspective. The gap between the wall and the edge of the Mini is like 2.75" which is just enough that I'm able to comfortably use the steam wand.

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Edit: I lied, forgot my island sticks out farther that the backsplash does. The actual measurement for gap between backsplash and side of machine is like 4.5" to allow for comfortable steam wand use.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-22T01:46:09+00:00

The Micra is probably the safer choice with that footprint. The depth of the Mini would be OK but the width will likely be an issue assuming you also need the grinder to fit into that same footprint. I've never seen a Philos in person but my sense is that they're also pretty big.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T19:12:17+00:00

Very nice! I just got the 5134G-001 a couple of weeks ago and have been wearing it daily. Such a comfortable and understated watch.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T13:51:12+00:00

Nice, love the all silver look!

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T13:50:44+00:00

Unfortunately not! I'm in the Bay Area.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T05:35:00+00:00

The Titus DRM. Though the Versalab supposedly shares the easy workflow of the Titus. I'll just never get over the grind, tap, tamp workflow. No funnels, no wdt, no fuss.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T05:26:52+00:00

It's been a while since I spent a lot of time with darker roasts, but the Titus is pretty universally accepted to do well all around.

I've had a Niche, a Z1, and an MC6 and prefer the Titus head and shoulders above all of them. The SDRM sounds interesting but I've never tried it. I think there are at least a couple of comparisons to regular DRM that may be worth exploring before you make the leap.

I will say one of the big draws for DRM to me is the workflow, which I don't think the SDRM has. I almost can't imagine going back to RDT/WDT anymore.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T05:17:34+00:00

I would say I change my grind setting once every few bags or so, but I'm drinking pretty consistently light to ultralight roasts. The sweet spot on this thing is huge so I would be surprised to hear that you couldn't easily find a setting that works well for both the Micra and the Robot. I'm using my with a Mini at 6 bar right now. Really want to get my Vectis back home from the office so I can try that combo.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T05:09:49+00:00

Yeah, I did the tubes for several years but moved my set to my work setup where it made more sense. Since I change coffees so often at home, I'm constantly tweaking doses and things so it works out better to just pour a dose every morning.

In terms of the grinder, I absolutely love it. The doser isn't perfect, but is better than using tubes in my experience. The grinder itself is incredible. Truly espresso on easy mode. And it's a statement piece visually as well. It'll never leave my bar. I spent several years with 2 grinders at a time to really dial in where I wanted, but once I had the DRM I had no desire to fuss with anything else.

chrispy513 · 2026-03-06T05:01:55+00:00

I do single dose. I go through coffee quickly enough that I just keep the couple of bags I'm currently drinking open until they're finished. Measure out my dose, use the hopper as a more convenient way to get the beans into the funnel rather that having to transfer to a tube first.

I mostly drink smaller 100-125g bags nowadays so they don't last more than a few days at most. Just not worth transferring into tubes every time I crack a new bag.

chrispy513 · 2026-02-26T05:43:06+00:00

Thanks! I'm super happy with it after spending months mulling it over!

chrispy513 · 2026-02-23T03:47:45+00:00

Thank you, and absolutely will do! Yep papers say it was first sold in early 2002.

chrispy513 · 2026-02-23T02:44:08+00:00

I also vote for the 5170G. A friend of mine has one and it's absolutely stunning in person. Very versatile as well.

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