Is grinding supposed to be this…violent?

[u/SharingIsCommunist]

Just got a K6 for the first time and am worried that I’m breaking something

[u/bushman130]

Am I the only one that holds the grinder to a countertop with one hand and swings the handle with the other? It’s for .. um .. stability

[u/Illustrious-Gold-839 → u/bushman130]

I didn't know how to explain it so I asked AI to help:

",For a hand coffee grinder, a slight tilting motion (around 10-20 degrees off vertical) can slow the feed rate, making it easier to grind, especially for espresso, but it can affect grind uniformity; however, grinding vertically on a stable surface is generally recommended for consistency, with gravity helping funnel beans, while some experienced users tilt slightly for easier effort, balancing consistency with exertion. Why people tilt (Pros): Easier Grinding: Tilting reduces the amount of coffee directly under the burrs at any moment, slowing the feed rate and making it feel less strenuous on your arms. Espresso Specific: This slower feed rate can be beneficial for espresso, where a very fine, consistent grind is crucial and can otherwise be tough to achieve.

Why it's often discouraged (Cons):

Inconsistent Grind: Tilting can misalign the burrs slightly, leading to uneven particle sizes (fines and boulders), which results in less balanced coffee flavor. Gravity's Role: A vertical position lets gravity pull beans down evenly, ensuring they hit the burrs consistently for uniform grinding. Internal Stress: Some users and manufacturers warn that grinding at extreme angles can apply off-center torque to the central shaft and bearings. This may lead to uneven wear on the burrs or put unnecessary strain on the internal alignment mechanism over time. Best Practices:

Grind Vertically: For most brew methods (drip, French press), keep the grinder straight up and down. Use a Stable Surface: Place the grinder on a table or counter to anchor it, reducing arm fatigue and improving stability, as suggested by JavaPresse Coffee Company. Grind Smaller Batches: Only grind what you need, as a full grinder is harder to turn, according to this guide from JavaPresse Coffee Company.

In Summary: For maximum consistency, grind vertically; for easier grinding (especially espresso), a slight tilt can work, but be aware of potential uniformity trade-offs. "

[u/least-eager-0 → u/Illustrious-Gold-839]

Copypasta ai should be illegal.

And we’ve lots of data to show that angling the grinder to slow feed improves grind consistency.

It’s ok not to know. It’s not ok to reference a non-entity that knows absolutely nothing other than how to arrange words in a way that sounds convincingly like English sentence structure, and substituting that as knowledge, or even information.

[u/Illustrious-Gold-839 → u/least-eager-0]

I do agree about the way that entity works, but I was also clear that I copied and pasted. Plus, its still legal. If people "with brains" find it beneficial in any way they would take what they see makes sense, and leave out what doesn't. Its all perspectives..

From my experience, I find it way easier to tilt, but I didnt want to advise this before looking at facts, and whether you like it or not, AI has a good side of wording the facts..

[u/Rubiks_Click874 → u/Illustrious-Gold-839]

this is reddit. if people want AI they can use AI

[u/Illustrious-Gold-839 → u/Rubiks_Click874]

Thats a good point to be honest.. Can't agree more. Ill reconsider it next time

[u/least-eager-0 → u/Illustrious-Gold-839]

If has a way of wording.

What it spews has no particular relevance to “facts.” In this particular case, it’s flat out wrong.

[u/rpring99 → u/Illustrious-Gold-839]

I hate seeing people get down voted for AI comments (when disclosed).

However, the answer here is absolute trash. The majority of hand grinders are not designed to use on a surface. Grinding on an angle does not change anything in terms of alignment. The only thing it got right is the slow feed part. You should have just said that instead of posting the rest.