Weber Workshops HG-2 MK II – 83mm Conical Hand Grinder

Weber Workshops HG-2 MK II – 83mm Conical Hand Grinder

You put your hand on the crank and feel the weight of the grinder on the counter – nothing wobbles, nothing slips. The first pull is easy, then you shift into second gear and the beans give way evenly, without jerking. No motor, no power, just the quiet crunch of the 83mm burrs and the calm turning in your hand. You grind straight into the Magic Tumbler, pull it off, tap it out. A short moment for yourself, every morning, before the first shot runs.

The Weber Workshops HG-2 is Weber Workshops' manual grinder – the successor to the HG-1, redesigned from the ground up. In the MK II it takes on the innovations of the KEY Mk.2: an integrated Bean Feeder, a new bottom bearing, around 30% more loading capacity, and an improved Magic Tumbler. Inside works the same 83mm Mazzer burr set as in the Key – the largest conical burr set available for home and café use. Coffee Coaching Club is the importer of Weber Workshops.

What makes the HG-2 special

The heart of the HG-2 is an 83mm Mazzer burr set, factory-aligned, partially pre-aged and sealed with a food-safe TiN coating (titanium nitride, applied via the PVD process). The burr set is rated for a throughput of 5'000 kg. The same burrs sit inside the electric Key – if you like the conical character, you get it here by hand.

What's special about the HG-2 is a self-developed 2-speed gearbox – the first of its kind in a hand grinder. In first gear the effort required is halved, so light, dense roasts in particular can be ground by hand without strain. Conical burrs turn slowly and generate little friction heat, which protects the volatile aromatics. In the cup, the conical character shows up as body, texture and a dense sweetness – the classic, round espresso profile. Grinding by hand also means: no motor noise, no power, and a short, quiet moment that can become a ritual.

What's new in the MK II

In the MK II the Bean Feeder is built in and doses the beans evenly, and a new bottom bearing holds the alignment. The loading chamber holds around 30% more than before. The improved Magic Tumbler distributes the grounds via an anti-static wiper on the WDT principle and, in many cases, makes the Ross Droplet Technique unnecessary. When you buy, you choose between the Magic Tumbler (for 58mm portafilters) and the standard cup with funnel (for 49 and 58mm).

At a glance

Who the HG-2 MK II is for

The HG-2 MK II is for everyone who wants to grind by hand – without a motor, without power, with the conical character of an 83mm Mazzer burr set. For everyone who enjoys the quiet moment in the morning, and for everyone who doesn't want to give up their grind quality on the go either.

Nobody needs the HG-2. You want it – or you don't. As with a car, in the end it's not the measurement curve that decides, but the feel of the crank in your hand and what a grinder made of solid material radiates on the counter. If you'd rather have the same burr set electrically, you'll find it in the Key. If you're after clarity rather than body, a flat-burr grinder suits you better. Both are valid – burr sets are like engines in cars. If you want it, you know why. That's our view, one of many.

Order directly online

The HG-2 MK II can be ordered directly from the webshop, in Black (Onyx) and Silver. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2 to 4 business days. Click and Collect in Bern, Gerberngasse 44 or Zurich, Hagenholzstrasse 50b. Financing available via Heylight. Unsure which grinder to choose? Our consultation tool can help.

What goes with it

The HG-2 grinds for any brew method. On the espresso machine, it pairs well with the La Marzocco. If you want the same 83mm Mazzer burr set electrically, you'll find the Key in our Weber Workshops Collection. Looking for an affordable hand grinder: the Comandante C40 or the Timemore hand grinders – both precise and travel-friendly.

For dosing by weight: affordable with the Normcore scales (importer), with app and flow-rate display the Acaia (Swiss importer). For tamping: the Normcore tampers or, if you want more, the Weber Workshops tamper. For precise coffee water: Apax Labs mineral concentrates.

Frequently asked questions

How does the HG-2 differ from the electric Key?

Both use the same 83mm Mazzer burr set and deliver the same conical character. You grind the HG-2 by hand – quietly, without power, with a 2-speed gearbox. The Key grinds electrically with variable speed. It's about workflow and feel, not better or worse.

What does the 2-speed gearbox give you?

The self-developed 2-speed gearbox is the first of its kind in a hand grinder. In first gear the effort required is halved, so even light, dense roasts can be ground by hand without strain.

How does a conical burr set differ from a flat one?

Conical burrs tend toward more body and texture with a dense, classic espresso character. Flat burrs tend toward more clarity and aroma separation. There's no better or worse – it's a matter of taste.

Which portafilters does the Magic Tumbler fit?

The Magic Tumbler is designed for 58mm portafilters and automatically applies WDT distribution via a built-in wiper. For 49mm baskets there's the standard cup with funnel.

Are the burrs interchangeable with the Key?

Yes. The HG-2 uses the same 83mm Mazzer burr set as the electric Key. The Magic Tumbler also fits the Key, HG-1 and HG-2.

Can I see the HG-2 MK II before buying?

Yes. In the showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can hold the HG-2 in your hand. The weight, the feel of the gearbox and the haptics can't be conveyed through photos.

How fast is the HG-2 delivered in Switzerland?

2 to 4 business days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. Click and Collect possible in Bern and Zurich. Financing available via Heylight.