Grinder Recommendations Needed

[Bardo]

It is good to be back in the coffee forums, I have been away for some time! I need to purchase a home => commercial grinder. I don't usually grind for customers, for obvious reasons, but I have a new commercial client for whom I will be doing some custom labeling and weekly roasting who would like to purchase ground beans as well. So I am looking for a grinder that will do the trick but not break the bank. It should be able to grind 340 grams (12 oz) at a time. I greatly appreciate any suggestions. I would like to stay under 300 dollars if possible.

Freeman

 

[PinkRose]

Hey! Welcome back!

We've had lots of discussions about grinders for home use.

While you're waiting for a reply to your question, you may want to take a look at some of the threads where this was discussed.

Here is one of the threads:

http://www.coffeeforums.com/forum/coffee-espresso-machines/13122-coffee-grinder-recommendations.html

Rose

 

[namballe]

i bought a Bunn G3 for $250. and does an excellent job of grinding. you may also look at Grindmaster 875 as well.

 

[Bardo]

Thank you Rose for the suggestion, I should have gone there first. And thank you Namballe, that is one of the roasters I am seeing around for sale. Am I safe in purchasing a used grinder? Not sure of the service life of the burr/motor on these things.

 

[namballe]

if you've ever been to a costco, trader joes, or most supermarkets, you'll see these in use. they are very heavy duty units. extremely easy to work on. when i bought mine, i looked it over carefully for excess use. make sure labels are all intact and in good shape. (that will tell you a lot about use). also, look at the on/off switch to see if the letters aren't worn off. best thing is to see in person rather than buying online sight unseen. Bunns warranty on burr life is: 4 years or 40,000 lbs.

 

[temperance]

Thank you Rose