MisChief M40

Equipment notes

The M40 is a manual hand grinder from MisChief (MisChief Workshop), a Chinese boutique-workshop brand. It is a small-batch product released in varied wood and color finishes, distinct in character from mass-production brands. The brand, country of origin, and 38mm steel conical burr are confirmed through official channels and retailers; some finer specs remain unverified. It uses a 38mm conical steel burr and a 304 stainless body, and per the maker adopts a nitrogen-treated steel burr (maker's claim). Adjustment is stepped in clicks, with each click evenly divided for easy repeatable settings. A compact, hand-filling form factor aims at both portability and daily use. The smaller conical burr tends to bring out body and texture, and it is described as covering a broad span from espresso to French press. It suits users who value finish and collectibility while moving between filter and espresso in a boutique hand grinder.