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Chef's Choice 695 Electric French Press, Black | 
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| Brand: Chef's Choice
Buy New: $89.99
Rating:  33 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 14 x 9 x 7
MPN: 695
Model: 695
UPC: 087877695010
EAN: 0087877695010
ASIN: B00005CDPY
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Boils 1-quart water in four minutes--faster than stove or microwave | | • | Produces full flavored coffee or tea | | • | Cordless carafe perfect for dining table | | • | Use also to boil water for instant foods, beverages | | • | Shuts off automatically when water boils |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Review
This device boils a quart of water in just four minutes--faster than a stovetop kettle or microwave oven. Add ground coffee or tea leaves and insert the screen assembly, and it becomes a French press for making full-flavored coffee or tea. This eliminates a step--pouring boiling water and losing heat while doing so--from the usual method of preparing French press coffee or tea. The glass carafe lifts free of the power base to become a cordless server for the dining table. Designed with care, the device is durable (stainless-steel press assembly, rugged plastic) and thoughtfully engineered (steam-activated automatic shutoff when water boils, knuckle guard on carafe, cord wrap beneath base). It stands 11 inches high and carries a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack
Product Description
Whereas most other french presses automatically begin to cool down your hot water once you pour hot water into it, this ingenious German-made Cordless Electric French Press eliminates that issue by allowing you to boil and brew your coffee (or tea) all in one carafe. A solid state heating element boils the water in just 4 minutes, faster than on a stove or in a microwave, and will automatically shut off once the water reaches a full boil. Brew cycle is shorter than most conventional coffee makers thanks to the unit's ability to brew at the optimum temperature of 195 -205 degrees Fahrenheit, resulting in superb flavor and aroma. Also features a boil-dry alert, safe Lid Lock system for easy pouring, heat-resistant glass carafe, easy-to-clean stainless filters and an extra lid for use as a hot pot. 8-cup capacity. Cord stores easily in base.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 A terrific French press for tea/coffee August 10, 2008
Pinkhat (Auburn, NH, USA)
I bought my first Chef's Choice Electric French Press back in 2002 and never had a problem with it until a couple of months ago when we accidentally knocked it down into the porcelain kitchen sink... Luckily, our local hardware store carries it so getting a new one was quick and easy. :)
I recommend this French press because:
- It boils water very quickly (faster than the stove and microwave).
- It automatically shuts off when water reaches a full boil.
- It works wonderfully as a tea kettle.
- Its footprint is very small and the base is very slim.
- Stay-cool handle and lid.
- It comes with an extra lid in case you wish to use the appliance as a hot pot.
Oh, by the way, I never had a problem with the silicon seal around the base. No leaks whatsoever. You shouldn't either, if you are careful not to get the base wet when rinsing the carrafe.
TIP: If you brew loose black tea in it, as I do, after a couple of weeks the glass will become unsightly. Clean it in a wink by brewing some raspberry tea in it - it will leave your kettle sparkling (I kid you not).
 Great tea, poor quality control. August 1, 2008
JMS (Oviedo, FL)
I enjoy great tea and the perfect brew. I've used similar items previously with good results. This electric french press brews the perfect cup of tea. However, I was dismayed to see that after two uses, it started to leak. Upon further inspection, I noticed that the food grade silicon seal around the base of the glass portion of the carafe was irregularly placed. Easily visible by what should be quality control. The leakage is intermittent, so not a total waste. I would recommend, but beware the iffy quality.
SIMPLY THE BEST July 16, 2008
ANKAN1 (FL)
I have had this press for over a year....I have none of all the problems people are reporting. It is perfect, makes theeeeee best cup of coffee, no problems whatsoever. I would buy a new one right away should I drop it on the floor.
 French Press with Heat June 3, 2008
Craig H. Anderson (So. Cal. Mtns.)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Chef's Choice 695 Electric French Press, Black
The Chefs Choice French Press removes a step from the traditional process of coffee making with a press,boiling the water in a kettle and transferring the hot water to the french press.It makes great coffee quickly and is easy to clean after use. If your counter space is limited, you'll really like it's compact size.
 They leak! January 23, 2008
L. Crosswhite (USA)
When these came out a few years ago I bought one right away. Unfortunately it leaked around the base quite significantly. A few months later I bought another one, hoping it would be better. It leaked even worse.
This one may be a new and improved model but I'm afraid to buy it -- I've already wasted $180 on two that didn't work well.
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