Is there a pattern or texture to the underside of this press? Or is it smooth/flat?
609709
It is a square grid-like pattern, but very shallow....maybe 1/16 of an inch or less.
609710
It has multiple rolls of tiny squares on the underside. Yes, the underside is flat.
782937
I just recently purchased this press and to the best of my knowledge regarding these presses, it is just a lower price. I have completed setting mine up and don't see anything missing. Hope this helps. It's a great press!
1818676
there are engravings of the model on the bottom. i cannot say it is not a smooth bottom however i personally do not put it on my countertop which is granite as i am afraid it might scratch the surface.
1920132
It has a slight surface pattern built in and it's not super slick. Smooth, yes, but it's a heavy vinyl with enough grip that it's not slippery.
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.
2203998
Brad, yes it is smooth and flat on top. I made a shallow tray for the top of mine that I lift off when I need to access whats stored in the top compartment. The top is substantial enough to support any load I've had on it. Bob N
1530018
Yes, it is smooth with no marks from the handles.However, the metal (they say it's stainless steel) is of very poor quality and gets stained after a couple of times.
1196500
The one we received a few months ago is just like the picture on the question: smooth top surface, but engraved (or at least engraved-like) border.
1943655
Both the top and bottom knobs are smooth. The bottom knob has small circular indicators to represent the size of the grind and these appear to be etched into the metal but again it is a smooth not indented surface. The only indentations are on the sides of the upper grinder for the purpose of providing a better gripping surface. It really is an excellent device.
1775058
The bottom is smooth. I can tell you that this is the best roasting pan I have ever owned. It's a good size for a family holiday meals, and after use, clean-up is a breeze.
373176
Robert, the bottom is slightly rounded. Not completely flat or rounded. The bottom section of my pot got pitted and discolored from just regular use. I personally don't care for this item but I don't use it that often so I haven't replaced it and most likely will continue to use it.
332911
Hi there, I apologize for delay in responding ... yes, the bottom is smooth & it has good heat distribution.
81872
You smooth it as best you can when you are done kneading and shaping the loaf. Mine came out fairly smooth but in my opinion it's kind like wrinkles on a face-- gives it character and individuality. And thi EVERYONE knows it wasn't mass produced. :-)
108356
Mine do not have a bumpy side; they are texturally identical on all sides. Perhaps you have a different version?
1234748
Yes the top is flat. There is an outline of where things go but no grooves or indents so it is smooth to build on.
1497790
Like the others have said, mine is a full flat grind. The only thing I'm not really that crazy about is the finish--it has a feel similar to sand paper. I'm new to this kind of finish, so I'm not truly sure what the advantages of this are. You can always sand it down with fine grit sand paper, or remove it with some paint stripper if you so desire.
2030355
I do not have the round pan. I have the meatloaf or loaf pan and the sides are smooth and the bottom has ridges. I have the bundt pan which is smooth and the muffin pan which is smooth.