Hario Skerton Pro – hand grinder with ceramic conical burr
The crank turns smoothly with no wobble, the beans crunch evenly through the ceramic burr, and a consistent grind collects in the glass container – by hand, with no electricity at all.
The Skerton Pro is the reworked version of one of Hario's best-known hand grinder classics. We carry Hario at Coffee Coaching Club.
What makes the Pro version special
The ceramic conical burr delivers an even grind, stays sharp for a long time and doesn't heat up the grounds – ideal for filter, French press and pour-over. Compared to the original Skerton, the grind adjustment on the Pro sits below the burr, making it easier and more stable to set; the reinforced crank and the improved rubberised base give you more grip while grinding. The catch container is made of glass.
Burrs are like engines in cars – a matter of preference, there's no single best one. For espresso-fine, highly consistent grinding, electric grinders or hand grinders with steel conical burrs like the Comandante tend to be more consistent. That's our observation, one of many.
At a glance
| Burr |
Ceramic conical burr |
| Grind adjustment |
Stepless, below the burr |
| Catch container |
Glass |
| Drive |
Hand crank (reinforced) |
| Suited for |
Filter, French press, pour-over |
| Origin |
Hario, Japan |
Who it's for
For everyone who wants to grind by hand, appreciates a larger glass container and mainly brews filter and French press. If you want an espresso-fine, very consistent grind, take a look at the Comandante or electric coffee grinders.
What goes with it
A brewer like the V60 NEO 02 or an AeroPress, filter papers and a gooseneck kettle from the Hario collection as well as a scale from the Normcore range. Beans like the round Nutty Delight or the fruity Wild Peach.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Skerton Pro suitable for espresso?
It's made mainly for filter, French press and pour-over. Espresso-fine, very even grinding is more consistent with steel conical burr hand grinders or electric grinders.
What's the difference from the original Skerton?
The Pro has the grind adjustment below the burr, a reinforced crank and an improved non-slip base – that makes grinding more stable and even.
What material is the burr made of?
Ceramic. Ceramic burrs stay sharp for a long time and don't heat up the grounds.
Can I see the grinder before buying?
Of course – you can see it in person in Bern and Zurich Oerlikon.
Roastery tip
Hand-ground, fresh into the filter – a lovely, calm routine for pour-over and French press. It's round and slightly sweet with Nutty Delight, bright and fruity with Wild Peach. That's our recommendation, one of many.
