As good as it is
August 27, 2008
Good product. Makes coffee making a breeze. No more occassional filter collapse that ruins the anticipation. Easy to clean and fits well with my Gevalia 12 cup using the adapter.
GREAT - GREAT AND THEN SOME!
June 21, 2008
I purchased one of these and used it for over three years before the dishwasher bounced it around one-too-many times and split the filter media in several places. Still, over three years, I saved a little money over paper filters and kept a lot of paper out of the waste stream.
SwissGold is THE premier maker of non-disposable products. The mesh is just the right size for keeping your morning joe from getting "muddied" yet allows more of the true aromas and tastes to filter through. A paper filter traps a lot of these and prevents the true "coffee" from presenting itself. I use fresh roasted beans, ground coarse, from all over the world and if I forget to clean my gold filter and resort to using a paper one, there is a distinct taste difference. If you find yourself in this position, use a brown or unbleached paper filter, unless you want chlorine-tasting brew.
There is no doubt that the mesh in this product is somewhat fragile. To prevent damage, just wash it by hand or use some liquid dish soap and an old used toothbrush, which works great. I have a special place in my dishwasher when it needs a good cleaning but I rinse it out after with good, clean hot water and let it air dry. If you use this product AND pick the proper size, you will not be disappointed.
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Filter failure
(5 of 5 Found this Helpful)
February 21, 2008
We purchased this filter after owning a previous metal filter (different brand) that lasted for over 5 years. This filter developed cracks in the metal fabric within a few months and it became almost unusable after about 5 months. Also found that the plastic extender ring did not fit snugly and often fell off. The distributor says that the filter is very sensitive, and the cracks are from tapping the filter against the lid of the garbage can to get the grounds out. Since that's the only way to remove wet grounds without washing them all down the drain, this filter is clearly too sensitive for me. Anyone who uses the tap technique should not purchase this item.
Wish I could RATE this item but unfortunately...
November 24, 2007
I really wanted the SwissGold Coffee Filter KF 4. I mean I was waiting and so excited to finally get it. The package arrived... I was smiling... until I opened the package and discovered that I was sent the wrong item. Instead of getting the KF 4, I was sent the One-Cup Tea filter. :-( Well, they said that I could send it back and they would give me a refund. BUT... what a hassel to go through all of that... you see I had to have it shipped to a relative in the USA, who then shipped it to me in Sweden. To get it back to them would cost more than the item. Anyway, hope you enjoy your SwissGold KF 4. Wish I could enjoy one.
overhyped
(3 of 3 Found this Helpful)
October 21, 2007
I have owned a few of these over the years, and frankly, they are overhyped. The best thing that can be said of them is that they are much easier to deal with than paper filters - rinse them out, and you're done. I have yet to see one that isn't bent up before it's even taken out of the package, and they are damaged easily. I have to assume that the reason they cost more than twice as much as other similar filters is the gold plating. They let far more sediment through than they should for the price, otherwise - about on par with the cheapie knockoffs. I don't mind the sludge as much as many people, but for the amount that ends up in my cup, I'd rather have french press coffee. That said, I'll probably stick with them, if only for the convenience factor described earlier.
