How secure is the lid? I'm wondering about taking this to work with me and then back home.
1196787
I don't think I would travel with the press unless the interior of your car is moca colored... perhaps just buy a larger travel coffee mug to use with along with the press?
1196788
If you travel with it, it's going to break. You can't just buy one thing for your coffee game. You've got to buy a way to brew it, store it, and transfer it, like a Thermos.
1196789
I love this french press but I don't think the lid is secure enough for travel.
1196790
Joanna, if you're taking it to work for brewing coffee there with a "very" hot water source in a safe-from-scalding location, fine. If you're considering using the Kona press as a travel mug, NO-NO-NO! It is NOT a travel mug. Imagine taking your Mr. Coffee 12 cup karafe full of scalding coffee on a commute to work in your vehicle. The design looks like a mug but it is only for brewing-serving. The instructions give detailed "no-no's" for safe handling. One important tip is to use a wooden or plastic spoon to stir the grounds a bit after pouring the first 2-3 inches to break up any caking. The special heat-resistant glass can crack using a metal utensil when super heated by boiling water. I have a steel travel 16 oz mug with a secure vented lid. Despite these handling steps, I am very happy with this model French press. Easy disassembly, cleaning, eco-friendly "just coffee" without filters or rip-off miniserving plastic containers from a Steampunk nightmarish expensive gimmick, and using less counter space make all the difference. Now I feel connected to a more traditional and sensible sipping community while whispering, "Machines! I don't need no stinking machines!" :-)
1711284
Yes...Yes, it stays up, you need to tighten the screws to adjust how easy or hard it is to stay open. If it is loose, the lid will fall down. If it's too tight, you won't be able to open it. Once it's configured, it works great. Over time, you might need to readjust it b/c it might loosen.
780658
The latch requires a very light effort to open, Lifting the lid requires a bit more, because you're working against the sealing gasket. I think it should be easy enough to open. The whole unit rolls easily on its two wheels even when fully loaded. This is a good design and it works very well.
511125
this was a gift I purchased for someone, but I do not believe the lid will snapped down
910030
When you shut the lid and turn the key, a latch comes up to hold top closed. The problem is that anyone with a safety pin can unlatch without key in seconds. I couldn't believe it and tried it myself. It works as fire protection, but I would not depend on it as a safe for valuables or keeping medications from children.
2255183
I agree the lid appears loose. However, I've had nothing spill or even leak during traveling.
1659667
No, the entire lid does not lock down. However, the individual sides do. I would not hesitate to transport this--the seal on this lid is great and I would not fear spillage unless the pot itself was over full.
1496609
If the lid locked on it would be a pressure cooker with the potential to become a bomb. Use a rubber band to hold it together. Use a silicon band to hold it together while you cook, if you have some reason to dos (I can't think of one).
632249
The lid is not a very tight fit as this would cause pressure build up.I never had an issue with the insert,it fits fine in the unit but not tight it does not move however. Hope this helps.
1700294
Not at all. Very easy to handle and my wife can remove the lid with one arm without trouble. You will love it.
1067371
I haven't noticed but I wasn't looking for it. I usually like to leave the lid attached but sometimes if I go too far it comes completely off. I will check if I remember next time and then update here.
1265897
I have been using mine for years (I set up more than a week at a time.) I have found that is a lid gets looser the plastic tab can be easily bent in the locking direction. I use a nail file and firm pressure. I'm back today to order a few more. Great product!
1597499
No, the lid isn't locked if you don't pushing the pedal. I would say that it is NOT pet proof. If it tips over the lid will swing open. It doesn't take much effort to open the lid.
213268
I have had no problem with the lid coming off. If you snap it in place, it is very secure. Even the squirrels haven't been able to take the lid off.
1075167
Our lid isn't a real tight fit, but tight enough that it won't just fall off. It has worked great for us! We do place the bucket outside for a day to cool off if we have a lot of hot coals to empty from stove.
298597
The lid stays propped open at about a 55% angle. If it gets knocked from behind it will snap shut. It does not lay open flat and I think that is a good thing personally because it gives you a modem of "privacy".
1980675
I suppose so...put on the lid and clamp it down would be my recommendation. Not sure transporting any distance is a good idea. It would be hot, so leather mitt "just in case."