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Saturday, January 12, 2013

Narita International Electric Hot Pot Water Kettle 1000W Dual Voltage 120V/240V 0.7L (NTK-007) On Sale

Narita International Electric Hot Pot Water Kettle 1000W Dual Voltage 120V/240V 0.7L (NTK-007)
110 volt/ 220 volt stainless steel electric kettle for travel and home use. it is 0.7 liter capacity. easy to clean, it is switch for 110-220 volt selector.
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

The Perfect Electric Tea Kettle
My main reason for ordering the Hot Pot is that it is made from stainless steel and I am reluctant to boil water in one of the competing plastic pots since I fear the chemical leaching potential of electric plastic kettles. I wanted to add this review to the ones already listed to add some further information. On reading the earlier reviews, I could not get the answer to how fast the tea kettle will bring water to a boil. One review said that it is slower when set on the 120 volt mode for the US and that is where I will be using it primarily. I use it to boil water for my French Press coffee pot mostly which requires 16 ounces of water to make a full pot (19 ounce french press). 16 ounces of water boils in 3 minutes here at 3000 feet altitude while the full pot (to the "MAX" mark inside the pot) boils in just about 4 minutes. Then the pot clicks off, the light on the handle goes out and water has come to a full rolling boil. By contrast, my 1200 Watt microwave takes about 5 minutes...

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More than my moneys worth
I've been using this kettle in Afghanistan for over three months now sharing it in a tent with seven other guys and also one of our female Soldiers who knocks on the door asking for hot water. It's used A LOT and keeps boiling HOT water. The size is handy, not too big. It's done everything I've wanted and looks like it's going to last the entire deployment.
Just what I was looking for!
I scoured the internet for days looking for a small, streamlined, non-clunky, non-plastic hot pot that held a quart or less of water for my daughter's desk at work. The hardest part was the non-clunky, non-plastic part! This little number is great! It heats water to a rolling boil in less than 3 minutes and then shuts off automatically and can only be restarted by pushing the reset button...so no accidental boiling dry or overheating. The outside of the pot does get hot!...but that's what being metal is all about. It's no worse than a percolator type coffee pot and is much like a small, streamlined percolator but with no basket or clunky dangling things to get in the way or snag on things or get lost. It's simply a nice little pot with a lid.

The only drawback I can foresee is that the cord is permanently wired into the base of the pot...no way to replace the cord, as you can do with an electric percolator by just going to the hardware store and getting a replacement...
Narita International Electric Hot Pot Water Kettle 1000W Dual Voltage 120V/240V 0.7L (NTK-007) Narita International Electric Hot Pot Water Kettle 1000W Dual Voltage 120V/240V 0.7L (NTK-007) Narita International Electric Hot Pot Water Kettle 1000W Dual Voltage 120V/240V 0.7L (NTK-007)
Product Features :
  • Dual voltage 120V/240 1000W, great for domestic or international travel
  • Automatic shut off after boiling / boiling dry protection
  • Heat quickly with concealead heating element
  • Stainless steel body
  • Capacity 0.7L

Rating : 3.6 out of 5.0
List Price : $49.99

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Gaggia 12500 Baby Twin Espresso Machine with Dual Heating System, Stainless Steel On Sale

Gaggia 12500 Baby Twin Espresso Machine with Dual Heating System, Stainless Steel
The home semi-automatic revolution has arrived with the Gaggia Baby Twin. In addition to a high wattage brewing boiler, the Gaggia Baby Twin has a rapid steam boiler just for frothing and steaming milk. An active cup warmer, commercial brew group and portafilter, as well as brushed stainless steel housing make the Twin one of the most outstanding machines in its field. The touch ring control panel with green buttons is user-friendly, and features 2 programmable brewing buttons for consistent espresso shots, time after time. Plus, the stainless steel Turbo Frother attachment helps you create delectable lattes and cappuccinos in moments, making this Gaggia machine an invaluable addition to any espresso-lover’s kitchen.
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

Mixed Review
Baby Gaggia Twin
I am on my third Baby Gaggia Twin since February and the third one does seem to be the charm. The first machine had an impotent steamer and was sent back, the second, the steam wand came off entirely. I did notice that happened to another reviewer but went with this machine as it was in my price range and I felt lucky.

The first one was purchased through Essential Espresso (avoid at all costs) who when I called to address the problem were very "We don't want to hear it, talk to the manufacturer" even though their site boasts a 30 day no hassle return. I wish I read the reviews on them before purchase. I won't go into every detail but dealing with them was so unpleasant and they took so long to do anything that I decided that I would get my replacement from BBandBeyond, where I learned they would price-match even with a 300 dollar difference and free shipping!!
So, BBandBeyond gave me a truly hassle free exchange for the second machine and it's...

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Beautiful... Junk
This is a great espresso machine for home use if you are an espresso lover. However, avoid this machine if you want to make latte or cappuccino. I have had this machine for more than a month now and I have been using it relatively frequently. The foamer works great but the foam always comes out smelly. (like plastic or rubber smell). This problem was also addressed in another review on Amazon.

Overall, Gaggia Baby twin is a very aesthetically pleasing and durable espresso maker. It's very well made and it will last you a life time. However I would avoid this machine just for the fact that you can't make good latte or cappuccino with it.

Update: 1/27/2012

I owned this machine for more than 3 years now and it has been very disappointing. The milk frother broker after 6 months of use. I took the machine to a designated repair center and the center held it for almost a year because they were waiting for Gaggia to ship the necessary parts from Italy. (Worst...
awesome espresso but smelly steamer
i love the espresso this machine puts out but the entire machine is somewhat tainted for me given that the steamer has always smelled and made milk and water taste very very strongly of some kind of oil. at least there are separate espresso and steamer boilers. seriously, think motor oil or bicycle chain oil. ick, it is hard to get the taste and smell of my first few attempts at foaming out of my mouth and nose. i called the company and they suggested a descaling agent which did help, but still for the price for goodness sake it would be nice to have that taken care of at the factory.
Gaggia 12500 Baby Twin Espresso Machine with Dual Heating System, Stainless Steel Gaggia 12500 Baby Twin Espresso Machine with Dual Heating System, Stainless Steel Gaggia 12500 Baby Twin Espresso Machine with Dual Heating System, Stainless Steel
Product Features :
  • Espresso machine with chrome-plated brass brew group and portafilter
  • 15-bar pump; dual heating system; preinfusion function; removable reservoir; steamer
  • User-friendly electronic touch-ring control panel; 2 programmable brewing selections
  • Includes single-shot, double-shot, and E.S.E. filter basket; coffee tamper; and coffee scoop
  • Measures 10-2/5 by 9-3/5 by 15-2/3 inches

Rating : 2.9 out of 5.0
List Price : $599.00

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