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Stone Espresso Machines: Premium (Satin), Plus, or Mine (Black)

$900 each

$1,699

+ Free Shippingat Seattle Coffee Gear
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Seattle Coffee Gear has select Stone Espresso Machines on sale for $999.97 - 10% when you apply discount code REKSKJSD via checkout = $899.98 aach. Shipping is free.

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  • Each Model Includes:
    • Portafilter, Single Portafilter Basket, Double Portafilter Basket, Backflushing Basket, Tamper, Group Brush & Removable Side Panels

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    • Includes 2 Year Seattle Coffee Gear Warranty
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Seattle Coffee Gear has select Stone Espresso Machines on sale for $999.97 - 10% when you apply discount code REKSKJSD via checkout = $899.98 aach. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Navy-Wife for sharing this deal.

Available (price after code REKSKJSD applied via checkout):Product Details:
  • Each Model Includes:
    • Portafilter, Single Portafilter Basket, Double Portafilter Basket, Backflushing Basket, Tamper, Group Brush & Removable Side Panels

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • These prices are $799.02 lower (47% savings) than the list price of $1699
    • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
    • Includes 2 Year Seattle Coffee Gear Warranty
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Jul 27, 2024 12:24 AM
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alphawaveJul 27, 2024 12:24 AM
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Quote from MadPup :
C'mon man, that's too much to ask for a $1K machine! This machine is not for someone looking for pre-infusion and flow control.

BTW, if you're an advocate for the E61 group, I'm guessing you're not as long and deep into this game as me. Flow control on the E61 is almost an oxymoron.

FYI I started from a lowly Krupps machine, spent many thousands up and down the range, and ended with a simple lever. It's a fun hobby that can last decades, but eventually I just wanted a good cup of coffee without the PhD thesis. Many people start and end with just wanting a good cup of coffee. This machine might be it, but without solid reviews, we can't know.

And please don't get pissy. I have no opinions I will not change immediately to avoid an argument.
Our paths are similar...the E61 has pre-infusion by design, but can be bypassed. I have a true Faema E61 (hint Vibiemme DoubleDomo) but in my quest for flow control and simplicity, use a Flair 58 for my daily. No time for pissy! lol
Jul 27, 2024 12:30 AM
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MadPupJul 27, 2024 12:30 AM
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Quote from Pericope :
U can get pid and opv valve on profitec go.
The Go looks like a nice machine, but I'd have to question its steaming capabilities. It's not hard to find a sub $1000 that can produce great espresso, but it IS hard to find one that does great milk.

BTW I owned a Profitec 700 for a few years prior to my current lever machine. It was a nice machine but I lost faith in the E61 group when they introduced a flow control add-on mechanism that just didn't work very well.

FYI, if anyone is interested in the Profitec Go, make a phone call to WholeLatteLove. Those guys can sometimes make a great deal over the phone without any haggling - they just can't lower prices on their website due to contractual reasons.
Last edited by MadPup July 26, 2024 at 05:35 PM.
Jul 27, 2024 12:30 AM
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88noodlesJul 27, 2024 12:30 AM
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On/off on the e61 group? I'd like to see the schematic diagram
Jul 27, 2024 12:32 AM
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88noodlesJul 27, 2024 12:32 AM
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I'd think most people here are likely to be drawn towards a Gaggia Classic with some mods/upgrades.
Jul 27, 2024 12:32 AM
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MadPupJul 27, 2024 12:32 AM
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Quote from alphawave :
Our paths are similar...the E61 has pre-infusion by design, but can be bypassed. I have a true Faema E61 (hint Vibiemme DoubleDomo) but in my quest for flow control and simplicity, use a Flair 58 for my daily. No time for pissy! lol
So honestly, when you think of someone upgrading from a Krupps, say, this Stone machine looks like it might be a good next step... wouldn't you say? It would have to steam 12oz of milk to good consistency, but if it could do that I would say it's a deal.
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Jul 27, 2024 12:38 AM
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alphawaveJul 27, 2024 12:38 AM
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Quote from MadPup :
So honestly, when you think of someone upgrading from a Krupps, say, this Stone machine looks like it might be a good next step... wouldn't you say?
I couldn't. I use the Flair daily because I don't do milk drinks every morning...americanos during work week. On weekends, I splurge and fire up the Vibi, and texture milk when I have all the time in the world. I would need to know exactly what someone wants to drink, how often, and expected budget for machine and grinder before even considering a recommendation.
Jul 27, 2024 12:54 AM
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MadPupJul 27, 2024 12:54 AM
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Quote from alphawave :
I couldn't. I use the Flair daily because I don't do milk drinks every morning...americanos during work week. On weekends, I splurge and fire up the Vibi, and texture milk when I have all the time in the world. I would need to know exactly what someone wants to drink, how often, and expected budget for machine and grinder before even considering a recommendation.
Most people don't drink espresso. If any of those most people buy an espresso machine, it's either for Americanos or one of the milky drinks they like at Starbucks. Americanos... no problem. With milk drinks you'll need the Vibi to do the job right. I would not recommend the Stone to an espresso or Americano drinker because there are so many other well-trodden ways to get those drinks. With latte's and their ilk, it's a different story.

I once owned a Quick Mill Silvano that was a $1k-ish machine that used a thermoblock for steaming. What a constant disappointment that thing was! I would expect that for the MSRP of ~$1.5K for the Stone I could have much better steaming power. But who knows. It's a mystery machine with no independent reviews.

The best way to shut me up is to just ignore me. This tip comes courtesy of my wife.

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Jul 27, 2024 1:03 AM
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alphawaveJul 27, 2024 1:03 AM
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Quote from MadPup :
Most people don't drink espresso. If any of those most people buy an espresso machine, it's either for Americanos or one of the milky drinks they like at Starbucks. Americanos... no problem. With milk drinks you'll need the Vibi to do the job right. I would not recommend the Stone to an espresso or Americano drinker because there are so many other well-trodden ways to get those drinks. With latte's and their ilk, it's a different story.

I once owned a Quick Mill Silvano that was a $1k-ish machine that used a thermoblock for steaming. What a constant disappointment that thing was! I would expect that for the MSRP of ~$1.5K for the Stone I could have much better steaming power. But who knows. It's a mystery machine with no independent reviews.

The best way to shut me up is to just ignore me. This tip comes courtesy of my wife.
That's what I meant, by getting to know what they drink...do they actually enjoy coffees, or milk and sugar. I reckon most folks just want an appliance, that does their Starbucks/Peets/etc. drink better (and they think cheaper). The Breville line would likely be perfect for those folks. If it dies, buy another. You're a fellow caffeineaddict...there ain't no shutting us up! Ignoring us only works some of the time! lol
Jul 27, 2024 4:30 PM
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Maynard46Jul 27, 2024 4:30 PM
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Does this make a regular coffee?
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Jul 27, 2024 5:14 PM
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mig0Jul 27, 2024 5:14 PM
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Glad for the comments about breville, I have a bbp and always look into what my next system should be since I want to switch to 58mm.
Jul 27, 2024 5:33 PM
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flyalexairJul 27, 2024 5:33 PM
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Whats a good upgrade from my Breville express machine? I use a Niche grinder so a machine without a grinder would be ideal. My main drinks are cappuccino and lattes.
Jul 27, 2024 5:53 PM
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dweekieJul 27, 2024 5:53 PM
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Quote from flyalexair :
Whats a good upgrade from my Breville express machine? I use a Niche grinder so a machine without a grinder would be ideal. My main drinks are cappuccino and lattes.
Very little reason to upgrade for lattes and caps as milk will cover up the $$$ in nuances you are paying for. If you do straight espresso and don't mind spending a lot more time making a shot compared to the Breville (which heats up in seconds vs 10-15 mins of boilers), then you have a lot of options. I use Flair 58, which fits the lower end of flexible espresso brewing (no ability to steam milk, but I use a Breville for that purpose when needed).
Jul 27, 2024 5:58 PM
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MadPupJul 27, 2024 5:58 PM
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Quote from flyalexair :
Whats a good upgrade from my Breville express machine? I use a Niche grinder so a machine without a grinder would be ideal. My main drinks are cappuccino and lattes.
The obvious question is... what isn't working for you on the Breville?

For me I'd want better steam power, and that could be obtained from a boiler machine - either a HX (heat exchanger single boiler) or a dual boiler machine. I'd also want a standard 58mm group that would allow me greater choice in portafilters and baskets. There are many machines that have these, so it's down to price, value, features, aesthetics, reliability, workflow... etc.. You would really need to research yourself and choose maybe 2 or 3 candidates. People could then advise you on the pros and cons of those. You can get advice on https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso and other online forums. I hate most of those forums so I'll not make any recommendations. Coffee snobs tend to have the personality of a rancid ass, but they usually know their stuff in painful detail.Smilie
Jul 27, 2024 11:44 PM
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dn3g3lJul 27, 2024 11:44 PM
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Quote from MadPup :
The Go looks like a nice machine, but I'd have to question its steaming capabilities. It's not hard to find a sub $1000 that can produce great espresso, but it IS hard to find one that does great milk.

BTW I owned a Profitec 700 for a few years prior to my current lever machine. It was a nice machine but I lost faith in the E61 group when they introduced a flow control add-on mechanism that just didn't work very well.

FYI, if anyone is interested in the Profitec Go, make a phone call to WholeLatteLove. Those guys can sometimes make a great deal over the phone without any haggling - they just can't lower prices on their website due to contractual reasons.
what's the best price you seen for the profitec go?

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Jul 28, 2024 12:40 AM
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pakman0209Jul 28, 2024 12:40 AM
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Does anyone have a link to some reading material so us beginners can follow the conversation.

There are acronyms being thrown around that I can't make heads or tails of what people are saying

Would love to get deep into this so I can experience what great home made espresso should be.
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