MOTTA Mimetic Flat Tamper, 58 mm – Stainless Steel Flat Base, Made in Italy
A camouflage pattern in muted tones covers the handle – distinctive and eye-catching, while the flat base underneath goes about its quiet work.
The Mimetic flat tamper, with an aluminium handle in camouflage pattern.
What makes this tamper special
The flat stainless steel base presses the coffee grounds level, so water flows evenly through the puck instead of finding a quick way through. The tall rim, around two centimetres high, sits centred on the 58 mm portafilter without shifting as you press, and the handle unscrews for cleaning. The tamper is made in Italy – Metallurgica Motta has been building tools like this since 1967.
An even tamp is the foundation for an even extraction – and that, in turn, for a drink that tastes good. Which look you hold in your hand is a matter of taste: the function is the same across every variant, the design is yours to choose. Nobody needs a particular pattern – you want it, or you don't. Our opinion is one of many.
At a Glance
| Type |
Hand tamper, flat base |
| Diameter |
58 mm |
| Base |
Stainless steel, flat, non-stick |
| Handle |
Aluminium (Mimetic/camouflage pattern) |
| Origin |
made in Italy |
Who it's for
For everyone with a 58 mm portafilter who wants to tamp coffee grounds level – and likes deciding for themselves which look sits on the counter. The flat base is the classic choice for an even tamp.
What to pair it with
The tamper is part of the puck before the shot: even grinding happens with our coffee grinders, pulled on your espresso machine. Our advice tool helps with the choice.
If you enjoy comparing tampers and accessories: affordable and precise is the Normcore Collection, while the Weber Workshops Collection shows the especially finely crafted side, and you'll find more models in our Tamper Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which portafilter size does the tamper fit?
58 mm portafilters. The tall rim sits centred and doesn't shift as you press.
What material is the handle made of?
The handle is aluminium in the Mimetic pattern, the base is stainless steel. The handle unscrews for cleaning.
Flat or convex – what's the difference?
A flat base tamps the grounds level, a convex one presses more toward the centre. There's no right or wrong here – many prefer the flat base for an even tamp. In the end, what counts is that the cup tastes good.
Can I see the tamper in person before buying?
Of course, you can experience it live in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b). Online, we deliver within 2–4 business days, throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
Tip from our coffee roastery
An evenly tamped puck deserves full-bodied beans. Our Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight bring notes of chocolate and nuts. For maximum body without any acidity, there's Very Nutty, and for a fruity experience, Wild Peach. That's our recommendation – one of many.
