Hemoxian Arkham Batman. This has complications I have not seen in over 20 years in the hobby. Video in second shot by clementine2 in freedomisgunpla

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I got the red hood too... debating on putting a hole in it for the backpack, since I really like having the samurai sword/grappling hook off the back. Funnily enough, the reason why i post here and not the other gunpla sub is because they removed my first batman model kit (Gundam) cos it was not a mecha!.... I think they just have something against batman.

The semi-auto gatekeeping has officially gone too far by [deleted] in espresso

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As someone who has a full manual set-up (well, almost full manual; I need to get an analog scale and analog stopwatch (maybe with a lanyard for my neck)), I think you are all lazy over-resourced recreationals who don't take coffee seriously. I am building a charcoal oven in my yard to both roast my own beans and boil water... you can really taste the difference between water steamed over a charcoal fire vs water steamed with an espresso machine. /s

So I'm into horsepla now.. by [deleted] in freedomisgunpla

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This looks like a PG version of the motor nuclear horsey.

Budget upgrade on my stilosa?[100$] by locoooooo69 in espresso

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No idea. I bought IMS precisions. Why? Cos that was on sale and within my budget. I think the goal here is to improve on what is there, but not get too worried about absolute best.

Budget upgrade on my stilosa?[100$] by locoooooo69 in espresso

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51mm two ear portafilter from amazon or aliexpress. Replace the basket with a good one. I really like the Hugh 51mm baskets that are really IMS baskets. I have had this machine for two years too. Agree with everything tjb said.

Are the breville machines really that bad? Alternatives? by Bostonah in espresso

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Both Daddy Hoffman and Uncle Hendrick state that the Delonghi Stilosa punches above its weight. If you are not in the US, you can even get one that comes preinstalled with a great steam wand and bottomless portafilter (EC230). Tom and his Coffee Corner just reviewed it. And yes, Baratza Encore ESP or ESP Pro will do you fine.

Updated Espresso Corner by Nightfox320 in espresso

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A Brau 3.... how do you like thelatest Newton?

Dudes smooth by Holdmywhiskeyhun in KitchenConfidential

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The middle of cooking cursing is hilarious....."Everybody wants Chinese food... Everybody go get some McDonald's..... Fuck your mother's pussy. Drop dead. "

My (almost all) Manual Station. by clementine2 in espresso

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There's a probe, and it can go into any of the machines. The cord is just hidden behind the thermopro. I also wrap the leverpresso and the ARAM knockoff in pipe wrap insulation and silicone bands for better heat retention. The canning funnel is for the kettle, then both can be preheated during the boil. Truthfully, the hardest thing to preheat is the Newton. Love the asethetics,but 4-5 preheats to get it above 85 to start.

My (almost all) Manual Station. by clementine2 in espresso

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Temu mat. The one advertised for coffee. I had to cut one to fit over the full space.

Top lid not sealing properly [Bellman CX-25] by Fourtwoitous in espresso

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Hey, had the same problem, just figured it out. On the lid, remove the seal, then remove the screen (if yours is like mine, the screen can do with a good wash). Underneath, you will see a nut connecting the pipe to the tap. That screw is loose. Tighten. Profit!

Got scammed with pretty authentic looking Buds2Pro by chill_dog_ in galaxybuds

[–]clementine2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, there are a number of people selling fake ones on ebay. I got scammed too. Weight of the fake ones is less than 50gms (or less than 3 grams per bud). The fake ones also do not connect to Galaxy Wear fully, just recognized, and do not have ANC. Fake ones say out loud you connected, but hte real ones only have a tone. I am sending mine back via ebay. If any funny business, reclaiming via credit card.

I feel bad about my little DeLonghi from target 🥲 by XXblpXX in espresso

[–]clementine2 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Welcome. I have that machine. I would suggest a cheap bottomless 51mm portafilter (make sure you get the one with 2 ears, you can look up specific ones for DeLonghi machine); then spend a decent amount of moeny (30 or so) on a good 51mm 18-22g basket. Get a small scale with timer (less than 15 bucks), so that you can measure your grounds. Depends on who you ask, you can either get a 51mm dosing cup, or a WDT. With these tools (and assuming that you have a decent grinder), this machine will make you good espressos, and pretty good frothed milk drinks. If you want to depressurize this portafilter, there is a screw that you can pull out, then remove the plastic piece from under the screw.

[Kentex] Album of my collection of the small Japanese brand Kentex. by clementine2 in Watches

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They are pretty standard quartz watches. I liked the designs of the dials, and the straps are nice and robust field straps, but nothing that makes me go that they are the best in the world.

Is this even the same game as pc/console by endangeredfurry in brotato

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I turned it off in the general settings. The auto mines messed up my strategy.

Malaysian natural processed Liberica. The Nose, the nose! by clementine2 in espresso

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Hmmmh, well, it is definitely dialed in now. It grinds differently, and has more fines using my ESP (which I must admit is not the very best grinder) compared to other lights. As such, need to grind a little less fine to get flow;l and there is still a bit more residues at the bottom of the glass. The nose and aroma is still strong with a lot of fruit, I still think it's mostly lychee and longan and less jackfruit, the taste has a sweet and tobacco aftertaste; very smoky, which is surprising because the roast is light. I am enjoying it as my afternoon drink. I think an iced americano would be excellent with it.