TIMEMORE Manual Coffee Grinder 25g

Highlights

The TIMEMORE Chestnut C2S has a metal unibody and a 38 mm CNC-machined stainless steel conical burr. That compact manual setup is aimed at grinding beans fresh without relying on an electric grinder.

Its adjustment nut offers approximately 36 grind settings, from fine to coarse. Turn it clockwise for a finer grind and counterclockwise for a coarser one.

The double-bearing positioning is designed to keep the central axis steady, while the handle can continue turning briefly when released. The body is 52 mm across and weighs 700 g, details that matter if you plan to hold it for each brew or pack it for a trip.

Cleaning & care

The grinder can be disassembled for cleaning, and the care instructions specify using a brush. That makes routine cleanup straightforward: take it apart as directed, brush away leftover grounds, and put it back together before the next session. No cleaning method beyond brushing is provided, so avoid assuming it is meant to be rinsed or cleaned with a particular solution.

Keep in mind that its stated capacity is 25 g. That works for a smaller batch, but it may mean grinding again when you need more coffee at once. If you usually prepare several servings together, a larger-capacity or powered grinder may fit that routine better.

Practical tips

Start with a coarser setting and adjust the nut in small steps until the grind suits your brewing method, the product information does not map specific settings to particular brew styles. For example, before making a single morning pour-over, you can add a small batch of beans, turn the handle, then brush out the chamber after grinding. The manual operation gives you control over the adjustment, but it also means you supply the effort rather than pressing a button.

The manufacturer describes the 55–58 HRC burr hardness and five-axis CNC machining as supporting consistent particles while limiting excess fines. Treat that as the design intent, not a guarantee of a particular cup result. A 52 mm body is intended to be easy to grip, including for smaller hands, though comfort can still depend on your grip and how long you grind.

Before you decide

Can it handle different grind sizes? The adjustment nut provides approximately 36 levels, spanning fine to coarse. The exact setting for your recipe is not specified, so you will need to dial it in to taste and brewing needs.

Is it practical to take on a trip? Its compact 52 mm body and manual operation make it portable in principle, and the listed weight is 700 g. Whether that feels convenient depends on how much gear you want to carry.

What is the burr made of? It uses a CNC-machined stainless steel conical burr. The product details also give a hardness range of 55–58 HRC.

When it makes sense

A solid pick if you want a manual grinder with adjustable settings, a metal body, and a capacity suited to smaller batches. It also makes sense when you prefer hands-on grinding over an electric workflow and want a grinder that can be disassembled and brushed clean.

Not the best choice if you regularly need to grind more than 25 g in one go, want push-button convenience, or need a stated setting guide for a specific brew method. The C2S is built around controlled, manual, batch-by-batch use, a larger or powered approach is more practical when speed and volume matter more than that control.