How long does it take to grind enough for one cup?

Grind time depends on roast darkness and target particle size, but expect one to two minutes for a standard dose. Lighter roasts and finer settings take more effort.

Can this grind fine enough for espresso machines?

Yes. The adjustment range starts at zero and goes fine enough for espresso baskets. The dual-bearing design helps maintain consistency at finer settings.

How do I clean the burrs?

Unscrew the top knob to access the burr chamber. No tools are required. Brush out residual grounds and wipe down the burrs and chamber with a dry cloth.

Will the catch cup stay sealed if I toss this in a bag?

The catch cup threads onto the body and seals well enough for travel, but it is not a watertight container. Store it upright if you have loose grounds inside.

What is the difference between the variants?

Standard includes the grinder and catch cup. XL Catch Cup increases capacity. Espresso Grind Dial marks finer settings. The pull-to-fold handle variant adds a collapsible crank for compact storage.

TIMEMORE CHESTNUT C3 - Jet Black

stainless steel

The 3-second version

38mm conical burrs with dual-bearing alignment
Ninety-click adjustment range covers espresso through coarse
Machined aluminum body from a single billet
Hand-crank effort for light roasts
Thirty-gram maximum capacity
No grind timer or auto-stop

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Manual Coffee Grinder with 38mm Steel Burrs and 90-Click Adjustment

Most manual grinders ask you to choose: compact and slow, or fast with burrs too small to stay consistent under load. The C3 uses a 38mm burr set—larger than typical hand grinders—mounted on dual bearings so the cutting surfaces stay parallel even when you're cranking through a dense bean. That means uniform particles without the hand fatigue of smaller mills, and the ninety detents let you return to a dialed-in setting without guessing. If you've been stuck between a travel grinder that can't do espresso and a electric setup that won't fit in a pack, this splits the difference without splitting the grind quality.

Good gift when

People who brew multiple methods and need one grinder for all
Travelers who want fresh-ground coffee without electric power
Anyone upgrading from a blade grinder or inconsistent burr set
Espresso drinkers who want manual control over grind steps

Skip it if Hand-cranking thirty grams of dense light-roast beans takes effort and time, so if you brew large batches daily or have wrist limitations, an electric grinder will serve you better.

Specs

Burr Diameter: 38mm
Burr Material: Stainless steel
Burr Type: Conical with dual-bearing stability
Body Material: Aluminum alloy
Adjustment Range: 0 to 90 clicks
Bean Capacity: Up to 30g
Finish: Jet black anodized
Disassembly: Tool-free

What's included

Grinder body with burr assembly
Catch cup with threaded seal
Crank handle

If you're giving it

No sizing to guess

Consider the recipient's brewing method and whether they prefer a collapsible handle.

The details

The Chestnut C3 puts CNC-cut stainless steel burrs inside a machined aluminum body that fits in a hand or a bag. Thirty-eight millimeters of dual-bearing conical burr gives you uniform particle size across ninety clicks of adjustment range, from fine enough for espresso baskets to coarse enough for immersion brewing.

The body is milled from a single piece of aluminum alloy, then finished with texture that holds steady while you crank. The burr assembly sits on two bearings to keep cutting edges aligned as coffee passes through, which means less variation in particle size and fewer fines muddying your cup.

Adjustment happens in discrete clicks—zero through ninety—so you can return to a setting by counting or note it down for repeatability. Lower numbers pull finer particles for pressure brewing; higher numbers open the gap for methods that need longer contact time.

The grinder holds up to thirty grams of whole beans, enough for a large mug or a small pot. The catch cup threads onto the bottom and seals well enough for travel. Disassembly for cleaning requires no tools; the top knob unscrews to expose the burr chamber.

Jet black anodized finish resists scratches and wipes clean. The crank handle folds or extends depending on which variant you choose, and the grind chamber is transparent so you can watch progress without opening it mid-session.

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TIMEMORE CHESTNUT C3 - Jet Black

Aluminum-body burr grinder that dials from espresso to French press

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The 3-second version

38mm conical burrs with dual-bearing alignment
Ninety-click adjustment range covers espresso through coarse
Machined aluminum body from a single billet
Hand-crank effort for light roasts
Thirty-gram maximum capacity
No grind timer or auto-stop

Questions

How long does it take to grind enough for one cup?: Grind time depends on roast darkness and target particle size, but expect one to two minutes for a standard dose. Lighter roasts and finer settings take more effort.
Can this grind fine enough for espresso machines?: Yes. The adjustment range starts at zero and goes fine enough for espresso baskets. The dual-bearing design helps maintain consistency at finer settings.
How do I clean the burrs?: Unscrew the top knob to access the burr chamber. No tools are required. Brush out residual grounds and wipe down the burrs and chamber with a dry cloth.
Will the catch cup stay sealed if I toss this in a bag?: The catch cup threads onto the body and seals well enough for travel, but it is not a watertight container. Store it upright if you have loose grounds inside.
What is the difference between the variants?: Standard includes the grinder and catch cup. XL Catch Cup increases capacity. Espresso Grind Dial marks finer settings. The pull-to-fold handle variant adds a collapsible crank for compact storage.