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There hasn't been a problem yet and I've used it every weekday morning for like 4 weeks. I can wash it immediately after using- something you can't do with glass. Then, I just throw it in the dishwasher. I've had his french press for a few weeks, and have used it about 20 times (at least). To me, it's just as elegant looking as the glass ones, but I always prefer function over form with appliances. No, not under hot water. The reason we bought this press was because my boyfriend is strong like the hulk, and BROKE a glass french press- yes with his bare hands- when he was trying to clean it. So, the idea of an "indestructable" coffee press seemed like a good idea.It truly is indestructable.
However, two months ago, the plastic cylinder on the bottom of the lid broke so that the lid now wobbles. I purchased a Bodum Brazil French Press (1548-01 US, 32 oz) in July 2007. I'll be buying a Frieling next time. I called Bodum's customer service line and was told the lid can not be purchased as a replacement part and the press has no warranty.While it was just a $20 press, I expected it to last more than a year. I use it about 5 times a week, and have always hand-washed it. It makes great coffee, and I've had no problems with the filter.
Otherwise, I love it. I make about half of the pot, and it fills one mug with room for cream. I am so happy I went with this instead of buying a new drip coffee maker -- better coffee, and it even takes up less space. I recently bought the Brazil press, and so far it's been fantastic -- no cracks or chips in the beaker (knock on wood), no ill-fated high-pressure explosions -- nothing but great-tasting coffee.I do have two minor complaints: 1) It's much harder to clean the grounds out than I expected (but I think that is probably true of any press pot)2) There is no way this makes 8 6-ounce cups of coffee. Note that the description says 8 cups, but 4 US cups.
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