Timemore C3S Manual Coffee Grinder | Solid Metal Frame Upgrade for the C3 Series

You may not know this, but the Timemore C3 coffee grinder is currently considered the best budget coffee grinder for coffee beginners. But the C3S successor has changed its predecessor’s segment, turning it into the best budget coffee grinder for MOST MANUAL COFFEE ENTHUSIASTS. Especially those who love pour over (filter) coffee or Vietnamese phin coffee.

Thanks to just one change: Timemore C3S uses a solid CNC metal frame!

In-hand comparison of appearance between Timemore C3 and C3S manual coffee grinders

WHAT’S THE PURPOSE OF THE TIMEMORE C3S SOLID METAL FRAME?

• It transforms the basic Timemore C3 grinder into the budget-friendly C3S grinder with the best build quality in its price range over 1 million: The entire grinder body is cut from seamless solid CNC, similar to the Timemore Slim grinder version (priced over 2 million)
• Makes the C3S suitable for both beginners and long-time coffee enthusiasts: Because the solid frame significantly extends the grinder’s lifespan. At the same time, the frame shaft stability also produces more consistent coffee grounds.
• Also upgrades the grinder lid to aluminum alloy: Permanently eliminates the possibility of the plastic lid breaking like in previous versions (while the manufacturer doesn’t sell this accessory separately – the only option is to replace the entire crank handle assembly)

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TIMEMORE C3 AND C3S GRINDERS

C3S GRIND SIZE ADJUSTMENT ASSEMBLY

Honestly, the C3S adjustment knob doesn’t feel as nice as the older C3 version. However, the overall look is more refined because there are no more visible…screws

C3S HAS A SOLID CNC METAL FRAME

Compared to the plastic frame core of the old version, the C3S has vastly superior build quality. Guarantees durability for many years of use!

C3S BOTTOM HAS ANTI-SLIP SILICONE PAD

Prevents table scratching, more stable when placed on flat surfaces compared to the previous C3 version

C3S HAS ALUMINUM ALLOY LID

No matter how many times you drop it or toss it around, the lid will never break (Completely different from the plastic lid on Timemore C3)

SUGGESTED GRIND SIZE FOR TIMEMORE C3S GRINDER

• Espresso coffee 7-8 clicks
• Vietnamese phin coffee 10-14 clicks
• Filter coffee | Drip | Pour Over 13-16 clicks
• French Press coffee 17-20 clicks

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS FOR TIMEMORE C3S MANUAL GRINDER

• 6-blade Spike To Cut burr set
• Material for entire grinder frame shaft and lid: Aluminum alloy
• Grinder dimensions: D52 x H147 mm. Crank handle length 159mm
• Grinder weight: 540g
• Capacity: Maximum 30g of coffee per grind
• Design by Timemore – Made in China

A TIMEMORE C3S GRINDER SET INCLUDES

• Timemore C3S grinder
• Card and instruction manual
• 1 specialized grinder cleaning brush
• Complimentary travel carrying pouch
• Paper box with foam padding inside

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