Features
Pump-driven Supercrema brewing system with 18 bars of dynamic pressure
Chrome-plated brass brewing handles maintain ideal temperature
48-ounce water tank with rear access; battery-powered clock on the front
Includes both ESE pods and ground coffee handles
Measures 10-1/4 by 8-1/4 by 11-1/4 inches
Product Review
FrancisFrancis! espresso machines aren't just a design dream aesthetically. They're also engineered to do much of the barista work for you, removing intimidation and trial-by-fire from the home espresso game. This fabulous-looking all-metal X5 model features a brass boiler and the Supercrema brewing system, pump-driven with 8-9 bars of dynamic pressure. The chrome-plated brass brewing handle maintains ideal temperatures for coffee, while the steam/hot water wand swivels for tidy storage. One of the friendliest aspects of the X5 is its ability to brew espresso with either pre-measured ESE (Easy Serving Espresso) coffee pods or with loose grounds from your favorite bean vendor. Two interchangeable handle baskets are included, one for each method. Three filters also come with the machine for pulling ristretto, regular, or lungo shots. Measuring 10-1/4 by 8-1/4 by 11-1/4 inches, the X5 is a relatively compact machine, built with flat sides to save space on tight countertops. Keep in mind that it weighs 16 pounds, so you'll want to make a permanent spot for it, and that the 48-ounce water tank is accessed from the back, so you'll need room to work behind it. The sleek little battery-powered clock on the front of the machine pops out for setting and battery replacement. FrancisFrancis! includes a detailed instruction and tip guide, as well as a starter container of Illy Café espresso. --Emily Bedard
Manufacturer Description
Obviously the X-Stealth, or X5, isn’t really anti-radar, and, even if it was it wouldn’t be of much use. It’s called the X-Stealth because its angular, sloping form resembles that of the airplanes and ships invisible to radar. It’s a machine for the small kitchen because its body has been reduced to the minimum. It makes stupendous coffee both with the Easy Serving Espresso (ESE) system and with ground coffee, thanks to the SUPERCREAM system. A beautifully centered clock gives the exact time and is easily regulated. With the side handle, vapor and hot water are produced.
Features:
- Pump driven with 8-9 bars of dynamic pressure
- Water tank holds 48 ounces of water
- Chrome plated brass brewing handle maintains ideal temperature of coffee
- Both ESE pod and ground coffee handle included
Dimensions: 8-1/4 inches W by 10-1/4 inches D by 11-1/4 inches H. Weight: 16 pounds.
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