About the Brand
Timemore was founded in 2012 in China with a clear goal: bring café-level grinding precision into the hands of everyday coffee drinkers. By 2018 it had become the best-selling manual coffee grinder brand in China, and by 2020 its grinders, scales and brewing tools were reaching more than 42 countries worldwide. Backed by international design recognition and a philosophy built on professionalism, aesthetics, ease of use and honesty, Timemore has grown into one of the most recognised names in home coffee equipment.
The Product
The Timemore Chestnut C2S Manual Coffee Grinder is a compact hand grinder built around a 38mm CNC-machined stainless steel conical burr set and a double-bearing central axis for smooth, stable grinding. It's designed for coffee drinkers who want travel-ready portability without giving up grind consistency at home. This is proof that a small grinder doesn't have to mean a small step down in quality.
Key Features
38mm Stainless Steel Conical Burrs (Even Extraction)
The C2S burr set is CNC-machined to 55-58 HRC hardness for a sharp, durable edge. That precision keeps particle distribution even, so your cup stays clear and balanced whether you're brewing pour-over or French press.
Internal Point-to-Point Adjustment (Dialled-In Control)
An internal stepped dial gives you roughly 36 grind settings to move between brew methods. Find your setting once and return to it with confidence every time you brew.
Double-Bearing Central Axis (Stable, Smooth Grinding)
Dual bearings keep the grinding core aligned and steady, cutting down on the wobble that causes uneven grinds in cheaper hand grinders. The result is a smoother crank and a more consistent particle size.
All-Aluminium Unibody (Built to Last)
A solid aluminium body with a grippy textured finish gives the C2S a premium feel in hand, at just 700g. There's no plastic where it matters — this is a grinder built to be carried, not babied.
Detachable Handle (Travel-Friendly Form)
The handle detaches for a smaller travel footprint, so the C2S packs easily into a bag, a desk drawer, or a carry-on without taking up unnecessary space.
Who It's Built For
The C2S is built for you if you brew at home but don't want a grinder that's tied to your kitchen counter — travellers, campers, and anyone with a desk-drawer coffee setup. It suits pour-over, AeroPress and French press brewers who want repeatable results without an electric grinder's bulk or price.
Simple to use, satisfying to hold, and ready wherever your coffee takes you — that's the C2S.
Specifications
| Burr Type |
CNC-machined stainless steel conical burrs |
| Burr Size |
38mm |
| Grind Adjustment |
Internal point-to-point stepped dial, approx. 36 settings |
| Dosing Method |
Manual hand-crank, single-dose loading |
| Hopper Capacity |
25g beans |
| Weight |
700g |
| Colour Options |
Black |
| Use Case |
Home, travel & manual brewing (pour-over, AeroPress, French press, moka pot) |
| Warranty |
Contact us for details |
Summary
The Timemore Chestnut C2S proves that great coffee gear doesn't need to be complicated — just well made. With a precise 38mm burr set, a stable double-bearing core and an all-aluminium body under 700g, it's a hand grinder built to go wherever your coffee does.
