Timemore Chestnut X
- Grind range
- 0–1320 µm
- Per click
- ≈22 µm
- Adjustment
- 60 clicks
- Brew methods
- 10
At its coarsest it reaches about 1320 µm, so Cold Brew sits partly beyond its range.
Settings by brew method
| Brew method | Grind descriptor | Grind size | Clicks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish | Extra fine | 70–150 µm | 1.5-4.8 |
| Espresso | Fine | 200–300 µm | 5.9-10.5 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 10.3-16.7 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 12.2-27.2 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 14.3-22.7 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 15-25.1 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 16.5-28.9 |
| Chemex | Medium-coarse | 700–900 µm | 31-40 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 28.2-39 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 32.1-42 |
About the Timemore Chestnut X
The Timemore Chestnut X is a manual hand grinder with 42 mm conical burrs and stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 1320 µm, so Cold Brew sits partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 22 µm.
Timemore Chestnut X — frequently asked questions
Is the Timemore Chestnut X a manual or electric grinder?
The Timemore Chestnut X is a manual hand grinder with 42 mm conical burrs.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Timemore Chestnut X?
For espresso on the Timemore Chestnut X, start around 5.9-10.5 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Timemore Chestnut X?
Each click on the Timemore Chestnut X changes the grind by about 22 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Timemore Chestnut X produce?
The Timemore Chestnut X grinds from about 0 to 1320 µm, covering 10 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Timemore Chestnut X?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Timemore Chestnut X. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.