Chance to be a hero - Looking for a high quality pepper mill

[Mrmnms]

No perfect device. cheap coffee grinder is great for quantity spice grinds.

 

[Adrian]

I must admit I am kind of with Mucho Bocho here. Despite my earlier recommendation I quite like a pestle and mortar. Does the job fine and dandy. And you can grind whatever you like in it in small quantities.

 

[strumke]

Cole and Mason Derwent Precision Gourmet Pepper Mill

+1, I like this one. Consistent grind but not the highest output

 

[ThEoRy]

+1

x10

 

[daveb]

I think they all suck. I have have a half dozen unicorn mills because they're supposed to the best. They may be better than all others, if say, they are the best of the worst.

Their designs have major design flaws. On the Magnum, the adjustment screw loosens up after a couple dozen cranks. The knob itself is loosey goosey and are really only suited for course grinding. The grind knob is smooth plastic and even a slightly moist hand will slip or it take great effort to turn. The knob needs some sort of knurling for better grip. Ten years ago I mentioned this to them, guess they didn't agree with me. Also, even the Magnum doesn't grind a lot of pepper when cranked. Think I'm wrong, grind me one gram of black tellicherry , and report back (after you rest your arm of course) how long that took.

I say, all pepper mills suck.

Dennis, You take a grumpy pill this morning??? :angel2:

I had to do it. You made me.

Five (5) 1,2,3,4,5 twists with the Unicorn.

And while I was on a roll - 22 twists with the Zhauss - most consistent grind

And 18 twists with the Peugeot

 

[EdipisReks]

I think they all suck. I have have a half dozen unicorn mills because they're supposed to the best. They may be better than all others, if say, they are the best of the worst.

Their designs have major design flaws. On the Magnum, the adjustment screw loosens up after a couple dozen cranks. The knob itself is loosey goosey and are really only suited for course grinding. The grind knob is smooth plastic and even a slightly moist hand will slip or it take great effort to turn. The knob needs some sort of knurling for better grip. Ten years ago I mentioned this to them, guess they didn't agree with me. Also, even the Magnum doesn't grind a lot of pepper when cranked. Think I'm wrong, grind me one gram of black tellicherry , and report back (after you rest your arm of course) how long that took.

I say, all pepper mills suck.

I use an electric coffee mill for anything but small amounts, myself...

 

[boomchakabowwow]

DAVE. that is pretty fantastic.

going all ATK on us!! well done. that Unicorn is so utilitarian looking..or looks like Dil....nevermind.

 

[Mucho Bocho]

Well done Dave. The Unicorn grind looks like back fill but that besides the point. I was judging based on the the tightest setting on the unicorn.

Sounds like your Mr. test Kitchen tonight, what's your conclusion? ;-)

 

[ptolemy]

hehe, u guys rock.

few years ago, I got a great deal on unicorns and shared 3 with my fellow forumers. that was great and I hope they all enjoy it.

I use 2, that magnum and old oxo grinder... if it held even 1/2 as much as magnum, i'd call it my favorite, but it's tiny....

 

[panda]

no joke, i love the mccormick disposable mills. never have to refill just replace for cheap at the grocery store. 3 settings. for bulk grind a pint full at a time in the vitamix..

 

[Chifunda]

So I looked up Obsessive Compulsive Disorder this morning and it said "See KKF". I mean, forty posts and counting in response to a guy asking what pepper mill he should buy?

Isn't it wonderful that we have a place where we can all be together? :lol2: Please excuse me now, I have to go see if my Unicorn takes the same number of twists to grind a gram of pepper as Dave's does. And by the way, there's no need to point out that I was one of the first to reply to the OP. :angel2:

 

[erickso1]

So I looked up Obsessive Compulsive Disorder this morning and it said "See KKF". I mean, forty posts and counting in response to a guy asking what pepper mill he should buy?

Isn't it wonderful that we have a place where we can all be together? :lol2: Please excuse me now, I have to go see if my Unicorn takes the same number of twists to grind a gram of pepper as Dave's does. And by the way, there's no need to point out that I was one of the first to reply to the OP. :angel2:

I'd say I've heard her lament about a pepper mill at least 40 times also. :lol2:

And to be fair, I've also read multiple pages related to a singular spoon. With the discussion being good enough and thorough enough that I almost purchased a Kunz (even though I realistically have zero need for one).

Knowing her, with the vast reams of recommendations and data I've provided her with from you guys, she'll probably go with the Vic Firth/Fletchers Mill Border Grill peppermill. Turns out she doesn't want plastic, wants american made, and wants it somewhat stylish. Thanks to all who provided input. You've certainly opened my eyes to the breadth and depth of the pepper mill market. :lol2:

 

[daveb]

Damn, I've got one of those too. I'll have to load it and get the scale out again.:cool2:

 

[Reede]

http://www.studiobyski.com/images/peppermills/14212.jpg

 

[boomchakabowwow]

I'd say I've heard her lament about a pepper mill at least 40 times also. :lol2:

And to be fair, I've also read multiple pages related to a singular spoon. With the discussion being good enough and thorough enough that I almost purchased a Kunz (even though I realistically have zero need for one).

Knowing her, with the vast reams of recommendations and data I've provided her with from you guys, she'll probably go with the Vic Firth/Fletchers Mill Border Grill peppermill. Turns out she doesn't want plastic, wants american made, and wants it somewhat stylish. Thanks to all who provided input. You've certainly opened my eyes to the breadth and depth of the pepper mill market. :lol2:

what mill is this? very nice looking.

 

[Lexington Jim]

I have one of these: http://www.crateandbarrel.com/cast-iron-spice-grinder/s183016. Cast iron, no crank, heavy, indestructible. I brought one back from Sweden 20 years ago. My son found one in Cincinnati last year.

 

[erickso1]

Boom, on Amazon it's called the fletcher mill Mesa grill pepper mill.

 

[user 16756]

I picked up a Peugeot for myself based on this thread.

 

[RobinW]

I have one of these: http://www.crateandbarrel.com/cast-iron-spice-grinder/s183016. Cast iron, no crank, heavy, indestructible. I brought one back from Sweden 20 years ago. My son found one in Cincinnati last year.

These are manufactured by Skeppshult, the only remaining cast iron company still in business doing housewares in Sweden... They started their business in 1906.

 

[Mucho Bocho]

Jim, nice find. cast Iron hand motar and pestle. I've never need one of those before. Going to go to Crate and Barrel today to pick one up today. This may be the only pepper grinder that will make me happy.

 

[EdipisReks]

So I looked up Obsessive Compulsive Disorder this morning and it said "See KKF".

You should see the watch and fountain pen forums.

 

[EdipisReks]

I picked up a Peugeot for myself based on this thread.

While I really do think that the Bounds mills are much better made, I really do love the big red Peugeot that a close friend gifted me with.

 

[Oaken]

Another vote for the Magnum. The lack of fine grind is the only fault.

 

[jphy]

Cole & Mason.

 

[Chifunda]

You should see the watch and fountain pen forums.

Ain't no flies on coffeegeeks.com either.

 

[GLE1952]

Best I have found is my Hon turkish coffee mill.

 

[nutmeg]

I love the Pro Cute Titanium XL!! Not the cheapest too..

 

[wrobelan]

+1

The best.