It looks like the plastic lid is smokey, not clear. Can you see the grind clearly through the plastic to know if it is done to your preference.
1033225
It is not a clear view, but you can still see the coffee. You should use time as a reference to how much you want your coffee ground. We grind ours 20 seconds for a nice smooth and bold taste. This is an excellent product. We have had zero problems with it. It still runs just as well today as it did when we bought it. Don't buy a cheaper brand, it won't last. This we know from experience.
1033226
Yes, you can. And it's a very powerful machine and quick.. It does a great job..
1033227
I have the black one but yes it is clear enough to see. Hope someone with the white responds!
1033228
Does not matter, the grounds cling to the top of the lid so you can't really see the pot anyway.
745900
Exterior shell seems to be a hard plastic. "post" going through the grinder to the grinding mechanism and the grinding mechanism is metal as far as I can determine.
987183
Its been awhile but I dont remember it looking like anything..if youre worried about people noticing you should be good. I love this grinder its worth it!
838111
I use the regular auto drip setting. I fine bit of sediment gets through but that doesn't bother me. If it bothers you, you might try a coarser grind.
2018522
Well, every part is plastic, and is in touch with the brewing coffee the whole time. IMO, this does not affect the flavor and/or quality of the coffee.
1955665
it is an odd construction. the only plastic that could touch the coffee is the phalange of the top. if you look at the photo you can seethe black lip of the top. it only touches the foam not the actually coffee. The pour lip which keeps the grounds in place is plastic.
1649628
The clear plastic is pressed between layers of stainless which makes the lid clear so you can see all your spices. Answer to your question, NO.
1648630
It sounds like you may be missing the seal. It's a little round white/clearish piece that is between the lid and and the tip up piece.
371813
One. I grind a bit coarser than an open-bottom cone, or else it drains too slowly.If your cone is draining too quickly, grind your coffee more finely.
798582
Hi, I found the grinds to very inconstant so I returned it. It can get very coarse though, I think someone posted a picture that is exactly what I got. But for french press I was not happy.
2188968
It's not crystal clear. It's a "foggier" plastic similar to many common plastic storage containers. You can see through it, but it isn't as clear as glass.
264410
Negative. I have only jammed it up once and I just removed the head and cleared it. Very satisfied with this grinder after 3 years of hard use.
982796
My coffee tended to take on a plastic taste to it after it sat for a bit. Others noticed it, so I then knew it was not just me. It really does get incredibly hot.
603448
I know what you are talking about -- I get a smell from mine. It is almost like a burnt plastic smell. It notice it when I clean up after making the coffee. It seems to be coming from the area where the filter and water is stored. It still makes a great cup of coffee so I tend to ignore the odor. I'm hoping it lessens overtime.
1144312
No, I am really conscience about that stuff- the plastic seems to be a food grade density type. Only when I pour does it come in contact with the plastic spout. Very easy to clean, and cool to watch water boiling.
1368228
I wouldn't bother sending it back. it's normal to have that. The thing runs like a tank, so I doubt there's any issues. It's a great grinder.
56147
Since I don't have both, your guess is as good as mine. Perhaps it is just about the fine blade, which I doubt I'd use anyway. The one I purchased has two blades, a coarse and a medium. Mine is entirely made of metal and built to last. I would never waste my money on a plastic grinder.