MHW-3BOMBER Armor Tamper 58.35 mm – self-levelling with adjustable depth
You set the depth once to match your dose, place the heavy tamper on top, and it lowers straight down until it stops – always at the same level. The puck sits level, the pressure stays constant, and you no longer have to judge by feel when it's enough.
A solid, self-levelling tamper whose tamping depth you match to your shot.
What makes the Armor special
Its appeal lies in the adjustable depth: you can adjust the tamping depth by up to 13 millimetres to respond to different dose sizes – more coffee, different setting, the same level result. A triple spring keeps the pressure constant at around 30 lbs and resets itself automatically after every tamp.
The result is an evenly compressed puck through which the water travels calmly and evenly during the shot – the foundation for a round shot. Made from stainless steel and aluminium, the Armor brings a quality weight of around 540 grams to your hand. Tamping stays a craft, not a law – the Armor just takes the guesswork out of it. Our opinion is one of many.
At a glance
| Type |
self-levelling tamper with adjustable depth |
| Base diameter |
58.35 mm, flat (for 58 mm portafilters) |
| Tamping depth |
adjustable up to 13 mm |
| Pressure |
constant around 30 lbs, triple spring with auto-reset |
| Material |
Stainless steel and aluminium |
| Weight |
around 540 g |
Who it's for
For anyone with a 58 mm machine who likes to match their tamping depth to the dose and prefers a heavy, self-levelling tool. If you work with different dose sizes, the adjustable depth is especially useful.
What to pair it with
An even tamp works together with the rest of your setup. You'll find tamping stations, Puck Screens and WDT tools affordably in the Normcore Collection and finished with particular finesse in the Weber Workshops Collection.
More tampers to compare are in our Tamper Collection. And since the best tamp only pays off with the right machine, it's worth a look at our espresso machines – supported by the advisory tool.
Frequently asked questions
What does adjustable tamping depth mean?
You can set how deep the tamper sinks into the basket – up to 13 mm. This lets you adapt it to different dose sizes while still tamping level and to the same height every time.
How does the Armor differ from the Flash?
The Armor is heavier and offers an adjustable tamping depth; the Flash is calibrated and gives an audible click at around 30 lbs. Both use a spring system for constant pressure – which one suits you is a matter of taste.
Does the Armor fit my portafilter?
At 58.35 mm it's made for common 58 mm portafilters, for example from La Marzocco, Gaggia or Ascaso.
Can I see the tamper in person before buying?
Very happily. In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can experience it live. Online we deliver in 2–4 working days, throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
Tip from our coffee roastery
An even, constant tamp shows especially well with rich, sweet roasts. Our Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight taste round and dense. For maximum body without any acidity, the Very Nutty, for a fruity experience the Wild Peach. That's our recommendation – one of many.
