NormcoreEspresso Shot Mirror V2 with 5 x Magnification for Bottomless Naked Portafilter - Adjustable and Magnetic Reflective Mirror to Monitor Shots - Easy Portafilter Viewing - Barista Tools

plenty large enough mirror to give a good view of the grouphead from the corner of a full size machine, yet small enough to not get in the way on your drip tray. The simple magnet assembly makes it easy to remove and set aside if it's in your way somehow. But I'm finding it's not in the way at all. The mirrored disc is held (securely) by magnet to the base so you can slip it off to clean and wash in case you get a channelling spray that spatters it. But that's what the mirror is for, to help dial in and reduce channelling and enjoy getting good shots.I like the classic simple approach to espresso and wanted to resist getting every trendy tool. But either I need to watch the shot forming because I'm dialing in, or I just want to watch it. It's one of the pleasures of making espresso at home. I learned from comparing espresso tools that Normcore's offerings must be designed by people who make espresso, because they seem to have thought about what you need, why, and how it should work. They don't seem to be just copying something someone else is making. They keep it simple and give good value that way, but each Normcore tool is a clean design with good quality finishings and no-frills simplicity.

Easy to use and see what is going on with your espresso

I am updating my review after talking to Normcore customer service.Although this mirror still has some issue not being durable and such( that's why I cannot give 5 stars yet), their customer service is nothing but amazing.They contacted me to make things right and they explained to me the reason the cost of this mirror is high and also told me that they will consider working on the improvement for this mirror's durability. They also sent me a new mirror to replace my damaged one.The company like this is who I want to do business with and I will recommend their products to anybody since I know they will do things right.I am looking forward to see the improved version of their mirror in future and I will definitely buy one if they come up with one.I like the looks and the design of this mirror but after less than a week of use without dropping or mishandling, it already has some sort of chip on the edge of the mirror part and scratch on the back part due to touching the espresso machine. For almost $30, the finish and quality of this mirror doesn’t seems to be good enough. Very disappointed.

I am very impressed with the build quality. The mirror is detachable from the base, and both are well built and hefty. Unfortunately my machine (Lelit Elizabeth) does not have a magnetic grate, so it doesn't stick firmly. But the base is so heavy that it still works just fine.

Bought it as a gift for my espresso loving friend, she said it's perfect for her machine!

This espresso mirror may seem overkill for most people, but this is essential for those wishing to get the best espresso shots from their machines. When used with a bottomless portafilter, the mirror can show how well you have ground and tamped your coffee.The mirror is well made as is the magnet it comes with, allowing you to poisition this in a convenient postion on your espresso machine.

I’m happy with the product but disappointed that the edge of the mirror chipped in the first week.

Glass very clear

Es geht aus der Artikelbeschreibung und den Bildern nicht hervor, dass das ganze nur einseitig magnetisch ist.Man muss die Halterung kleben oder, wie in meinem zweiten Bild sichtbar, den Spiegel kleben.Kleben geht bekanntlich nur einmal. Es gibt auch keine zusatzlichen Kleber.Das heißt ihr legt euch entweder einmal fest, wo der Halter hin soll und dann ist er da für immer oder ihr müsst euch einen neuen kaufen. :-(Am liebsten würde ich den Artikel zurückschicken, für diesen Preis...