Timemore Chestnut X:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The Timemore Chestnut X is a manual conical burr grinder with 42mm burrs. It features stepped adjustment (~25µm 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 Timemore.
At a glance
Timemore Chestnut X specs
Burr Type
Conical 42mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Step Size
~25µm 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
10–25 clicks for espresso — at the very fine end of its range
clicks on the adjustment dial (each click ≈ 25 microns — count from closed)
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Primarily filter-focused — espresso is possible but at the limit of its range
S3 is a better choice than X for dedicated espresso
Titanium-coated conical burrs
Detailed notes
42mm titanium conical. ~25 microns per click. Primarily filter/Aeropress. Can do espresso but at the fine edge of its range — results less consistent than S3. Good daily carry grinder.
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Manufacturer
Timemore
Burrs
Conical 42mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Retention
Low (~0.1g)
Primary Use
Filter / Pour-over