The slow path to an amazing shot with the Francis Francis espresso machine

A step by step guide to the secrets of brewing the perfect coffee shot with your Francis Francis espresso machine.
The machine in the video is one of the rare first generation models of the pre-Illy era, but the instructions are suitable for all similary constructed portafilter machines.
The grinder is from the German brand "Waldwerk"
CZcams Tags: #uglyfaces #coffeemaking #slowfood

[@Buculu]

Sehr schön 👍
Ich mag ja so kleine Rituale, für die man sich bewusst die Zeit nimmt.
Habe zwar einen Vollautomaten aber gerne mahle ich mir eine gute Bohne von Hand und Brühe mir dann einen Kaffee im Hario Filter. Auch beim rasieren nehme ich mir gerne ein bisschen Zeit und nehme dafür eine Rasierseife, einen Pinsel und einen Hobel her.
Der Alltag ist so schon stressig genug und ich finde das entschleunigt immer ein bisschen.
LG
David

[@emilyballmaier8164]

Where were you able to find the ground coffee portafilter handle? I'm having a tough time hunting one down. I've got the ESE pod handle but would love to be able to use my own coffee.

[@uglyfaces]

I was lucky, mine came with the machine. The spare part situation is rather weak meanwhile I guess.. BR

[@SimonKunddal]

Did yours come with that stamper where you leave bottom part as filter? Do you have sizes for the stamper and filters you are using? Thx

[@uglyfaces]

I had to purchase the tamper extra. And the tamper as well as the filters need to fit to the portafilter. In my case 51mm. But these sizes vary depending on the which generation your machine is. Mine is one of the very first. So if you dont know your size, just messure the diameter of your portafilter. BR Ralf

[@SuperMmelaura]

Could you please tell me why you need to put the filter in there? Thank you!