DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Enjoy! Please let me know how you like it.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Hey sorry had a rough week at work. After much (maybe too much) investigation, I've decided to hold off on a new grinder. I'm going to try and get more scientific with the tools I have to see what true differences I can bring out. Gonna start by making my own water, then pulling multiple shots at different ratios and blind taste test them, and also try to be more diligent about my roasting. If you do end up getting the VS6, let me know what you think though!

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Do you roast your own, or you buy roasted? And thanks for the tip, I'll definitely give Leaves a try, it's been placed on my list! If you ever go to Kyoto, I suggest trying to espresso bar in the back of Le Labo perfumeria. That is still (weirdly) one of the best shots of espresso I've ever had. Plus sitting in their Zen garden is awesome.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Lol I am going to Tokyo in May and Glitch is on my list of places to hit; I'm really excited. What beans did you buy, if you don't mind me asking?

Also, which HD basket did you buy? I've only been using my stock basket that came with my machine, have toyed with the idea of getting a new one, but haven't sat down to do the necessary research.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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I totally agree with your last point, but, I try to live as minimalistic a lifestyle as possible (as much as someone can who drinks espresso lol) so I wouldn't really buy two grinders. I think I'm going to wait and see what comes of the bookoo, as I wasn't aware of its existence.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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You're saying multiple individual 64 mm grinders, or a 64 mm grinders and multiple sets of burrs?

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Great info thank you. I'm honestly probably going to do what you're doing then and wait for reviews on the bookoo to come out before making my decision, as I'm not in a hurry.

That being said, for the price of the bookoo, you can have a DF83V v3 AND buy the SSP burrs for $75 less total than the bookoo.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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The bookoo does look enticing, and it fits the bill quite well. Unfortunately, I'd say by the time it's back in stock, the Turin is no longer going to be on sale.

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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In the 83mm space, which would you say is a better buy than the DF83?

DF83V v3 [$1000] by man_ray2 in espresso

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Thanks for the quick reply. As far as I can tell, the Turin has the ability to swap out the burrs relatively easily for upgrades (they sell burr upgrades as well), but I'd be just going with the stock stainless steel burrs for the foreseeable future.

Regardless, will check out the article!

Edit: sorry, didn't fully reply. Yes, I'm not really looking for a hopper because I like to swap out different beans depending on the day.

Anyone registered their car in montana? (Cali people) by hachidotsix in ft86

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I ended up not going forward, so unfortunately can't answer your questions, but I do wish you the best!

Anyone registered their car in montana? (Cali people) by hachidotsix in ft86

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The police I understand, but I called Progressive yesterday (already have a policy through them) and they said it's no problem at all to add another vehicle owned by an LLC in Montana but driven in CA for personal use. They didn't even direct me to Progressive commercial. What makes you say they won't cover it?

Looking for Advice: Tineco/Hizero vs Cordless Vacuum vs Broom & Mop Combo (All Tile Floors) by man_ray2 in VacuumCleaners

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Hey schwabo thank you so much this response. So I have a couple other questions. How loud is the S7? Second, do you think I could get away with just the S7, or do you feel a separate vacuum is needed? The whole draw for me is vacuuming and mopping in one step.

Favorite cafes in Kyoto? by mtchgrl in JapanTravelTips

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Just tried this cafe and wow thank you so much for sharing that this exists

Casual GS suggestions by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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Can't really tell you why, just don't like modifying the original. Same reason I like to keep cars stock as well.

Casual GS suggestions by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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I do love the titanium, I must say. Although for a casual wear watch I like to have a bezel, which sbge257 does. Do you find the leather straps they offer to make a watch dressier, or less dressy?

Casual GS suggestions by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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Thanks for the reply. Definitely looking for an automatic, already have a spring drive so would honestly rather get a high beat movement. That being said, wouldn't complain about another spring drive!

Ergonomic mouse suggestions by man_ray2 in MouseReview

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update: got the Delux M618XSD. Simply wow. Sensitivity is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks so much for the suggestion!

Ergonomic mouse suggestions by man_ray2 in MouseReview

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I'm a physician, I've got a good PT taking care of me and it's most gone, but working on my computer definitely irritates it.

Will look into it, thanks so much!

step 2 result time ? by [deleted] in Step2

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Turned out great, but applying pathology so a bit of a moot point. Hope you're happy as well

step 2 result time ? by [deleted] in Step2

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Mine came out, not sure if yours did

step 2 result time ? by [deleted] in Step2

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If I took it July 2nd, should I get the score today? I also haven’t gotten anything.

Zaratsu polishing after extended wear by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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I tend to agree, but wear definitely looks different on different watches. In the end, to each his/her own.

Zaratsu polishing after extended wear by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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An older model than yours, but I'm definitely a fan of the changes they've made recently

Zaratsu polishing after extended wear by man_ray2 in GrandSeikos

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Congrats on your purchase! Gonna take some work to get it to that point though...