Metallurgica Motta 58 mm Espresso Tamper – Olive Wood Handle with Convex 18/10 Stainless Steel Base | Made in Italy
Craft café-quality espresso with the Motta 58 mm Convex Espresso Tamper, expertly handcrafted in Italy for baristas who demand precision and consistency. Featuring a beautifully grained natural olive wood handle and a precision-machined 18/10 stainless steel convex base, this premium tamper delivers exceptional balance, durability, and timeless Italian craftsmanship.
Designed to fit 58 mm portafilter baskets, the convex base gently compresses coffee grounds with a slightly rounded profile that helps encourage even water flow through the coffee puck. The result is improved extraction consistency, reduced channeling, and richer espresso with enhanced crema.
The ergonomic olive wood handle offers a comfortable grip while showcasing the unique grain patterns of genuine olive wood—making every tamper one of a kind.
Ideal for both professional coffee shops and home espresso enthusiasts, this Motta tamper is built to deliver years of reliable performance.
Features
- Made in Italy by Motta.
- Precision-machined 58 mm convex base.
- Premium 18/10 stainless steel offers exceptional durability and corrosion resistance.
- Beautiful natural olive wood handle with unique wood grain.
- Professional weight and balance for controlled tamping.
- Comfortable ergonomic handle reduces hand fatigue.
- Designed for commercial and home espresso machines using 58 mm baskets.
- Crafted for consistent espresso extraction.
Benefits of a Convex Base
A convex tamper features a gently rounded base that provides several advantages for espresso preparation:
- Helps create a slightly domed coffee puck to encourage even water distribution.
- Reduces the likelihood of channeling by minimizing weak spots around the edge of the puck.
- Promotes more consistent espresso extraction and balanced flavor.
- Encourages excellent crema development.
- Ideal for baristas seeking repeatable, professional-quality espresso shots.
Care Instructions
- Wipe the stainless steel base clean after each use.
- Hand wash only using warm water and mild soap.
- Dry immediately after cleaning.
- Do not soak the olive wood handle.
- Occasionally apply a food-safe mineral oil to the wood to preserve its natural beauty.
- Do not place in the dishwasher.
About Metallurgica Motta
Since 1967, Metallurgica Motta has crafted premium stainless steel coffee accessories and kitchenware in Italy. Trusted by professional baristas, cafés, and hotels worldwide, every Motta product combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with modern performance.