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Signature Tamper Handle in Spalted Tamarind (Premium)

Signature

15 in stock

Our Signature handle made Reg famous. The choice of many world barista champions and countless competitors, its ergonomic design fits perfectly in your hand. This helps you find just the right tamping pressure to produce a level, evenly distributed coffee bed. 

Each one is a unique piece with varying colors and degrees of spalting. Just beautiful.

Handle
$80.00
Signature in Spalted Tamarind
This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices, but is on the IUCN Red List. It is listed as endangered due to a population reduction of over 50% in the past three generations, caused by a decline in its natural range, and exploitation. These Wenge handles are new old stock. Because of its vulnerable status, we will not be making any more Wenge tampers until sustainable reforestation measures have ensured this beautiful species's chances for long-term survival.
Engraving guide

Engraving

We use an industrial CO2 laser to engrave our handles and bases with your custom designs. Most handles can be engraved on the top and along the side. We can even engrave bases!

When you select this option, we'll reach out to discuss your design ideas and how to achieve them. Please note: $25 covers file preparation and one engraving per location.

If you have any questions, email michael@regbarber.com.

About Spalted Tamarind
Tamarind is a tropical hardwood that is prized for its unique grain patterns and rich colors. The spalting is simply a fungal discoloration of wood. It is found in wood that has begun initial stages of decay and is then subsequently dried (preventing further decay). The partial decay, called spalting, can give the wood dark contrasting lines and streaks where the fungus has begun to attack the wood.
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Handle only. Handles and bases must be specified individually to create your complete tamper. We'll assemble it for you before shipping.

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