Timemore ESP Coffee Hand Grinder: Black

Timemore Chestnut ESP Manual Coffee Grinder: Black

Dialling in espresso by hand calls for control, consistency and a grinder built to work comfortably at finer settings. The Timemore Chestnut ESP combines Timemore's E&B conical burr design with a solid black aluminium body for a considered manual grinding setup.

Its 38 mm SUS420 stainless steel E&B burrs use a Spike-to-Cut design intended to improve grinding efficiency and particle uniformity across espresso and pour-over applications. A maximum 30 g capacity provides useful room for everyday single-dose brewing.

Two deep-groove ball bearings support the central shaft, helping maintain smooth rotation and burr alignment during grinding. The textured body also provides a secure grip when working through finer espresso settings.

This is the Chestnut ESP model and should not be confused with Timemore's newer C3 ESP, C5 ESP or ESP PRO grinders. Check the model carefully when comparing specifications or replacement components.

Specifications:

• Brand: Timemore
• Model: Chestnut ESP
• Product Type: Manual Coffee Grinder
• Burr Type: E&B Conical Burr
• Burr Material: SUS420 Stainless Steel
• Burr Size: 38 mm
• Body Material: Aluminium
• Colour: Black
• Capacity: Maximum 30 g
• Application: Espresso and pour-over coffee
• Bearing System: Dual deep-groove ball bearings
• Operation: Manual

  Specifications

  Compare Timemore Hand Grinders

  Not sure which Timemore grinder suits you? Here are the main differences at a glance.

  C5 naming made simple: Within the C5 range, Pro means a folding handle. It does not mean a different burr or improved grind performance. ESP means finer adjustment, providing greater control when dialling in espresso. All four C5 models use the same 42mm, seven-blade S2C burr.

  Model	Main Difference	Best Suited To
  C3S	Compact body with a 38mm S2C burr	Affordable filter brewing and travel
  C5	42mm S2C burr, standard adjustment and standard handle	Pour-over, AeroPress and immersion brewing
  C5 Pro	Same grinding system as the C5, with a folding handle	Filter brewing with easier storage and portability
  C5 ESP	42mm S2C burr with finer espresso-focused adjustment	Espresso and filter brewing
  C5 ESP Pro	Same grinding system as the C5 ESP, with a folding handle	Espresso-to-filter versatility with easier storage
  S3	Premium 42mm S2C890 burr with an external adjustment dial	Premium filter and manual brewing
  MilLab M01	Flagship construction, 44mm Pineapple burr and external adjustment	High-end espresso-to-filter performance

  Quick choice: Choose the C5 for filter brewing, the C5 Pro for filter brewing with a folding handle, the C5 ESP for espresso adjustment, or the C5 ESP Pro for espresso adjustment plus a folding handle.

  Features

  • 38 mm E&B conical burr set
  • SUS420 stainless steel burr construction
  • Spike-to-Cut burr geometry for efficient grinding
  • Designed for espresso and pour-over grinding
  • Dual-bearing shaft support for stable burr rotation
  • Maximum 30 g coffee capacity
  • Textured aluminium body for a secure grip
  • Black finish

    Whats in the box?

  • 1 × Timemore Chestnut ESP Coffee Hand Grinder
  • 1 × Carry Bag
  • 1 × Grinder Brush

    Coffee Parts thoughts

    A considered manual grinder for anyone wanting finer control for espresso without giving up pour-over capability. The 38 mm E&B burrs and supported shaft are the key features here.