Olympia Express Knock Box Bar – Spare Part from Schwanden
The knock bar as a spare part or for upgrading a knock box without a bar – beech wood that protects your portafilter when knocking out and dampens the sound. Made in Schwanden GL.
What makes this bar special
Protection for your portafilter
The beech wood absorbs the impact when knocking out – your portafilter survives the knocking without dents. An inconspicuous detail that makes all the difference when you pull espresso daily.
Spare part or upgrade
If your original bar eventually cracks or wears out: simply replace the bar. Or you bought a knock box without a bar and now want to complete it – here is the matching bar.
At a glance
| Material |
Beech wood |
| Function |
Knock bar for knock box |
| Compatibility |
Olympia Express Knock Box |
| Origin |
Schwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland |
Who this bar is made for
For anyone who wants to complete their knock box or replace a worn bar. Also useful as a spare part, in case the original bar eventually reaches the end of its life.
Accessories that fit the knock box
Knock box without a bar: in our Olympia Express Collection. Complete knock box with a bar: also there. Alternative knock boxes with different designs: in the Knock Boxes and Drawers Collection.
Frequently asked questions
When should I replace the bar?
When the wood shows visible cracks or becomes significantly worn. With normal use, the bar lasts for many years.
Does the bar fit every knock box?
It is specially designed for the Olympia knock box and fits perfectly there. For other brands, measurements and shape may vary.
Where can I buy the bar or see it live?
Online via coffeecoachingclub.ch. On-site in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44, 3011 Bern) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b, 8050 Zurich).
Roastery Tip
The bar is one of those small parts nobody thinks about – until the wood cracks after years. A spare bar in the drawer is a small, honest precaution for anyone who wants to keep their knock box for a long time. Our opinion, one of many.
