Thor Tampers   

I  finished cutting up a very nice Black Walnut crotch.  I will be able to make several very nice figured tampers from this wood.  I just cut up a  Desert Ironwood burl. The first tamper that I made from it is posted on the right.  There is a 49mm tamper on the page to the left from the walnut.  Every tamper from the burl is going to be unique.  I am going to be charging a simple flat fee of $95.00 for a tamper out of the burl.  There will be some that are going to be lighter colored, some will be darker.  All of them will have very nice figure.  In the past, I would have sorted through and have gotten up to $150.00 for the most highly figured Desert Ironwood tampers.

Why so much for Desert Ironwood?  First the wood is expensive.  Second, it is hard on equipment.  I went through 3 bandsaw blades sawing up the burl.  Third it is difficult to turn.  Often I can turn several tampers between sharpening my tools with standard woods.  With Desert Ironwood, I have to sharpen several times for each tamper.  Last, there is a lot of waste.  This wood grows in a harsh environment, so there are lots of cracks to work around.  All that said - it is just an awesome wood!

Pulling shots on several machines that I now own continues to help me improve my craft as a tamper maker.  I also have had several 58mm machines in the past 20 years.  I just don't have room for one in the kitchen.  I still have one that I break out about every two weeks just to keep my skills up.  I've talked about how much I like the LaSpaziale machines  I love my nice fitting Thor Tamper.  I am using a Bubinga tamper for my own personal use.  I had to change finishes about 5 years ago.  After two years of continueous use, I am pleased with the new finish that I am using.  I've also improved my finishing equipment.

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There are still some very nice tampers in my limited inventory.  The tampers to the left are ones that I have put in inventory.  They are listed by size. 

 So, if you don't see something you like, I love making custom tampers.  They don't cost more, but it does take me a week to make one from start to final finish.  I also do them in the order that I receive them. 

I am a small one person shop, making unique one of a kind tampers.    

Tampers listed on the left are for sale.  The tampers on the right are featured tampers or new tampers that I have just completed.  Every tamper I make is hand made and unique.  If you see a tamper you like, email me.  I sell on a first come first serve basis.  Most of the time if something sells, I can make one that is very similar, or maybe even better!

The easiest way to contact me is to just send me an email at les@thortamper.com

I do all of my transactions via PayPal.  Paypal is safe and secure.  You don't have to be a member, and it doesn't cost you anything.  I will send and invoice, and you will pay with a debt or credit card.

 .   I am really upset that shipping rates to Europe and Canada  have gone so high.  It is an extra $40.00 to ship a tamper to Canada or Europe.

 REVIEW

 I viewed a review of one of my older tampers with one of another brand on YouTube the other day.  I thought it was a fair review, but it does not reflect my current practices.  In the past, a 58mm tamper was turned to 58mm.  I now size all of my tampers to actual portafilter baskets.  They are not only checked with a micometer, but the are test fited to baskets before passing my quality tests.  My goal is to make a functional piece of art that is better or at least as good as other tampers.

I have had some conversation with Sal the author of that review.  His website is educational, so I am putting a link to his website.  Sal made corrections to his website, but his video has some errors.  All of my tampers have a Lignum Vitae, the hardest wood in the world, or Corian.  My standard weight is less than the tamper he reviewed.

 https://www.49mmtamper.com 

If you have any questions, please send me an email.  If you don't see something you like, send me an email, and we can discuss options.   I would love to make you a tamper that you will treasure.

Just off the lathe!

Desert Ironwood Burl tamper for a LaS[aziale.  I just cut up the last large burl that I had in my inventory.  They are almost impossible to get now.  The knife makers are gobbling up all of the wood.   This is a 53.2mm tamper for the LaSpaziale.  It is for sale.  The cost is $95.00.  I have several blanks of this fine wood ready to make into tampers!  Pictures don't do this wood justice.

Email me today!

 WHAT RECENT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING: 

"My new tamper is breathtaking."

"The wood and craftsmanship are off the charts!"

"Nice piece of work on the tamper.  It works great."

"It is a gorgeous piece of wood and work!  Thank you!!!!

"I love the tamper.  Great fit compared to the one I had been using.  This puppy is nice and tight."

"I love the Ridgeline feature since it is a cinch to get a level tamp."

"It is beautiful in both wood and craft.  I am also pleasantly surprised how comfortable it fits my hand."

" I have a much better feel for the tamp than with my other 4 tampers."

"Great craftsmanship."

"Got the tamper, just wanted to let you know that it's incredible."

"Tamper arrived last week and espresso service has already improved."

I received the new tamper today, and what a difference it makes!  I love it!"

"Just got the tamper, and I love it!  My wife has already taken to calling it 'My Preeciousss.'"

"Love the feel."

"My tamper is a work of art."