Manual

Comandante C40 MK4:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide

The Comandante C40 MK4 is a manual conical burr grinder with 39mm burrs. It features stepped adjustment (~30µm per step) and is designed primarily for filter and pour-over brewing. With low retention (~0.1g) and a single-dose-friendly design, it's a popular choice from Comandante.

Espresso CapableSingle DoseManualLow Retention

At a glance

Comandante C40 MK4 specs

Burr Type

Conical 39mm

Adjustment

Stepped

Step Size

~30µm per step

Retention

Low (~0.1g)

Single Dose Friendly

Yes

Espresso Capable

Yes

Primary Use

Filter / Pour-over

Power

Manual (hand-powered)

Espresso starting range

Where to start for espresso

8–18 clicks from closed for espresso

numbered clicks (each click ≈ 30 microns, counted from closed position)

Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.

Quirks & tips

Nitro Blade steel — very sharp and consistent

Primarily filter-focused — espresso requires practice

Very low retention

Ergonomic handle — relatively easy grinding

Detailed notes

Premium manual conical, ~30 microns per click. High grind quality. Very low retention. Primarily filter but espresso capable in the 8–18 click range. Light roasts may need even finer (fewer clicks).

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