Comandante C60 Baracuda Velvet Steel – hand grinder with 60 mm burr set
Brushed stainless steel that softly reflects the light – heavy, calm, present on the counter. Inside it, the largest burr set Comandante builds, and a cranking feel that carries through. The Velvet Steel is a very limited edition of the C60 Baracuda with a brushed steel finish.
As a partner of Comandante, we carry the grinder, made in Germany. Nobody needs a 60-millimetre burr set – you want it. That decision is legitimate, and that's exactly how we describe it.
What makes the Baracuda special
60 mm burr set, high throughput
The Baracuda conical burr set, made of highly alloyed, nitrogen-rich martensitic stainless steel, pulls the beans through two to three times faster than other hand grinders – with noticeably lighter cranking and even particle distribution.
GX50 Gold Clix
The adjustment runs via a brass dial with an ultra-fine thread: 41.6 micrometres of burr travel per click, around 21 micrometres of change in target particle size. The stepped click locks in cleanly and makes recipes repeatable.
Unibody from a single steel block
Body and axle stabilisation are machined from a single stainless steel block – no micro-vibrations, for maximum consistency. At around one kilogram, the grinder stands solidly and doesn't wander while grinding.
XL handle, Big Joe knob
The long XL handle with a Big Joe knob in European oak sits comfortably in the hand; the brass adjustment dial keeps the grinder free of aluminium.
Grind range and what's included
The grind range spans from coarse for filter and immersion to superfine for espresso and cezve/ibrik – the steel is flavour-neutral, and the geometry is engineered for a very even particle distribution. Included are two BPA-free Tritan polymer containers for the grounds, one clear and one pink, each with a capacity of around 40 grams.
At a glance
| Burrs |
Conical, Baracuda 60 mm |
| Burr material |
highly alloyed, nitrogen-rich martensitic stainless steel |
| Throughput |
2–3× higher than other hand grinders |
| Grind adjustment |
GX50 Gold Clix, brass adjustment dial (41.6 µm burr travel, ~21 µm/click) |
| Brew range |
Filter and immersion to superfine espresso/ibrik |
| Body |
Unibody machined from a stainless steel block, brushed |
| Knob / handle |
Big Joe (European oak), XL handle |
| Containers |
2× Tritan polymer (clear + pink), each ~40 g |
| Dimensions |
195 × 200 × 60 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 1018 g |
| Edition |
Velvet Steel, very limited |
| Made in |
Germany |
All features at a glance
60 mm Baracuda conical burr set in nitrogen-rich martensitic stainless steel with two- to threefold throughput, GX50 Gold Clix with brass adjustment dial and 41.6 micrometres of burr travel per click (around 21 micrometres of particle change), a unibody machined from a stainless steel block weighing around one kilogram, XL handle with a Big Joe knob in European oak, grind range from coarse filter to superfine espresso and ibrik, two BPA-free Tritan containers each around 40 grams, plus a brushed, aluminium-free Velvet-Steel finish in a very limited run.
Who it's for
For anyone who grinds by hand and wants speed, smooth running and fine gradation – and who appreciates an object that makes a statement on the counter. With espresso there's no "right" or "wrong": grind size, dose and ratio are the variables you use to hit your taste; 1:2, so around 18 g to about 36 g, is a good starting point. If you prefer something more compact and lighter, take a look at the C40 from our Comandante Collection.
What goes with it
For care and tuning, you'll find containers, knobs and further accessories in our Comandante Collection. For brewing, choose a pour-over dripper from the Hario Collection, the Chemex or the Aeropress. A scale rounds off the workflow – affordable from the Normcore range or with app and flow-rate display from the Acaia Collection. Plus fresh beans from our coffee beans selection.
Experience it live in Bern and Zurich
The weight, the smooth running and the click of the GX50 adjustment come across best in the hand. Come by, and we'll show you the Baracuda in action.
Ordering happens directly online. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein typically within 2–4 working days; Click & Collect is available at both locations. Financing is available.
Roastery tip
With this much burr set, a dense, chocolatey-nutty profile is especially rewarding – take Cozy Chocolate or Nutty Delight, 1:2 as a starting point for espresso. If you like maximum body without acidity, try Very Nutty. All our beans are waiting in our coffee beans selection. That's our recommendation, one of many.
Frequently asked questions about the Comandante C60 Baracuda
What's the difference between the C60 Baracuda and the C40?
The C60 has a 60 mm burr set instead of around 39 mm, grinds two to three times faster and runs especially smoothly thanks to the heavy unibody steel body. Adjustment happens via the fine GX50 Gold Clix with a brass dial. The C40 is the more compact, lighter hand grinder.
What does Velvet Steel mean?
Velvet Steel is a very limited edition of the C60 Baracuda with a brushed steel finish. The technology and burr set match the C60 Baracuda; the difference lies in the finish and availability.
Is it suited for espresso?
Yes. The grind range spans from coarse for filter and immersion to superfine for espresso and cezve/ibrik.
Where can I buy it and see it live?
The C60 Baracuda Velvet Steel can be ordered directly online. We deliver throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein typically within 2–4 working days; Click & Collect is available. In our showrooms in Bern and Zurich you can experience it live.
Buy the Comandante C60 Baracuda Velvet Steel in Switzerland – experience it live in Zurich and Bern. Questions about the grinder? Write to us at [email protected] or visit us at coffeecoachingclub.ch.
