Title: Fits Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso machine perfectly
Product review: Fits Hamilton Beach 40729 Espresso machine perfectly. Bottom diameter is 57-58mm as close as I can measure it. Best deal I could find on a good quality tamper at a reasonable price. Bottom is heavy 18/8 stainless steel. However I was surprised that the acrylic handle can be unscrewed and separates so that you have 3 separate pieces: Steel bottom, acrylic handle, and acrylic ring which fits like a sleeve at the base. Don't know how durable this type construction will be in the long run. Also makes me not want to wash it with soap and water, because I'll have to disassemble it after to let any water that penetrates dry out. So instead I just wipe it off after use. Another thing to note, the bottom is not completely flat, there is a slight convex, that is just fine with me but just FYI. Made in China. If that bothers you, be prepared to pay more.
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