WDT Espresso Tool, Espresso distribution Tools,10 Needles 0.35mm Espresso Coffee Stirrer, Nature Wood Handle with Stand (Walnut)

I like natural wood so this is my second (different) WDT tool / needle stirrer. My first was a darker wood but the base was narrow and fit in my tamping station. However, it had no bottom (to catch grinds) and the handle kept unscrewing so I bought this one.I really like the lighter grain but the base is very light for Ash. Perhaps the walnut grain would be heavier? The internet says "Walnut wood is more durable, strong, and stable than Ash wood." I'm not sure what they mean by stable, shrinkage? Here, the base is falls over constantly. No stable.Anyway, I recommend putting four clean nickels in the Ash base to create ballast. Now it's like a weeble-wobble. The base is larger than my previous tool so it won't fit in my base block. I've considered drilling a hole and inverting it, so it fits.The needles are finer and adjustable then my previous tool. This has ten finer needles as opposed to four thicker ones. I find myself using my old tool to stir the dosing cup straight from the grinder. Stronger needles work better on fresh clumps.However, the Ash tool seems to work better when finishing the portafilter. The needles feel too fine for both but maybe I'm just used to using my old tool. This is a decent natural wood tool for the price despite the flawed base.

As a 25+ year “veteran” home barista, I really didn’t think a distribution tool would be a significant asset in improving consistency of pulling espresso shots. I stand corrected! I now use this WDT tool before tamping and I can consistently pull 30-gram output for 15 gram grind in precisely 15 seconds.

I got this for the walnut color mostly so that it would match the accent on my portafilter.Does the job great, quality needles so not complains there. Came at a seemingly reasonable price based on what else is out there.My only complaint is that when it is inserted in its base, it is not entirely flush and noticeably unlevel. Not a deal breaker though.

I’ve used it everyday for about 8 months. Hasn’t bent, broken, or fallen apart. Feels good in the hand, light weight and looks good.Gotta be pretty precise putting it back in it’s holder but no biggie.

The little spiky things do a really great job of fluffing up the coffee grinds but it would be better if it didn’t tip over whenever you touch it. Also, it’s hard to get the top back in because the spiky things catch the top lip. It’s worth money and does a good job.

This one has lasted unlike previous ones. The needles don't bend as easily - BUT - it does not stay upright very well. It is top heady and the bottom flat area is not wide enough to make it upright sturdy when not in use

This is a very nice WDT Tool and a very good value. It comes with a base that can store the WDT Tool so I can throw this in my kit bag when I travel. The handle shape is very nice...not too thick or thin...it's just right. I like the shape of the handle because you can put it down with the needles facing up and it won't tip over and roll away. It has a nice weight to it as well. The 0.35 needles are also thinner than the 0.4mm needles that many cheap WDTs come with. They have a nice flex to them and move through the finely ground espresso. I recommend removing the 4 inner needles or just using 3 in a triangle formation. At first I didn't know how to remove the needles, but I posted a question and the seller was very responsive. The seller provided a helpful tutorial video showing how to pull the needles out with a tweezer which worked perfectly. I would recommend this WDT Tool and may buy another one for my other espresso machine setup in my home office.

It works. Feels very light when using. It would need to be a little heavier to make it feel better. Maybe a heavier wood. It knocks over easy on the counter. I might hot glue a heavy washer on the base to help. Feels very delicate when using even though it it well made. I’m picky, what can I say.

Simple and effective

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item feels quality and wood cut is clean. everything feels intact and needles are all straight.surprised it comes with a spare set of needles. also checked the black part that other have complained about, mine seems well intact. yet to use, so hopefully it can withstand and lasts.kudos to the seller as initial delivery had a hiccup but seller sorted immediately and was very polite to talk to.