Pietro Manual Hand Coffee Grinder

Yes, the Pietro hand grinder can produce espresso-grade grinds when fitted with the Multipurpose (B-Modal) burrs. The B-Modal burr geometry creates a bimodal particle distribution that delivers the body and texture espresso requires, while still handling filter methods cleanly. The Pietro is one of very few hand grinders capable of producing genuine espresso fines thanks to its 58mm vertically mounted flat burrs, stepless adjustment dial and dual ball bearing system. If you only brew filter, the Pro Brewing (M-Modal) burr set is the better choice for maximum cup clarity.

The Pietro is available with two interchangeable burr sets. Pro Brewing burrs (M-Modal geometry) produce a tight unimodal grind with minimal fines, designed for filter brewing methods such as V60, Chemex, Aeropress and French press where clarity and aromatics matter most. Multipurpose burrs (B-Modal geometry) produce a bimodal grind with a balanced mix of fines and boulders, giving the body and texture needed for espresso while still performing well across filter methods. Both burr sets are 58mm flat burrs made in Italy by Fiorenzato and can be swapped between Pietro grinders in minutes.

The Pietro hand grinder uses 58mm flat burrs manufactured in Italy by Fiorenzato, who have over 80 years of grinder engineering heritage. The burrs are vertically mounted, which reduces retention and improves grind consistency compared to conventional hand grinder burr orientations. The 58mm diameter matches commercial espresso grinder burr sizes, delivering particle uniformity that rivals electric grinders. Pro Brewing and Multipurpose burr sets are available, and both can be replaced or upgraded in under a minute using the included mounting screws.

The Pietro hand grinder is designed and manufactured in Italy. The CNC-machined aluminium body, steel burr housing and 58mm flat burrs are all produced to Italian engineering standards, with the burrs themselves made by Fiorenzato, a Venice-based grinder manufacturer with over 80 years of heritage. Earl Coffee is an official UK stockist of the Pietro hand grinder and ships from Manchester with next-day delivery.

The Pietro hand grinder is worth considering if you want commercial-grade grind quality without the footprint, noise or cost of a high-end electric grinder. Its 58mm Fiorenzato burrs deliver particle uniformity comparable to electric grinders costing two to three times more, and the manual workflow suits low-volume home brewers, travellers, and anyone who values a quieter ritual. An electric grinder is the better choice if you brew multiple shots back to back, run a commercial setup, or prioritise speed. For one to four cups per day with focus on filter clarity or careful espresso, the Pietro is genuinely competitive with electric alternatives at a much lower price point.

Every Pietro hand grinder from Earl Coffee includes the grinder body with your chosen burr set installed (Pro Brewing or Multipurpose), the magnetic twist-lock catch cup, and the free Pietro Accessory Pack worth £50 RRP. The accessory pack contains a stability baseplate, adjustment dial dust cover and bellows for retention reduction. Also included is the user guide and a 12 month UK warranty when purchased through Earl Coffee.