I have a two group Astoria and have been having a lot of success with my specialty drinks. I am fairly religious about keeping the steam wand clean: purging it before I steam anything and again afterwards, ensuring that the wand is clear of residue. I have steamed chai mixed with milk (both...
I found a deal on a two group Astoria 110V but it is missing the pump. I cannot identify it because the spot is missing on the stamped label on the side of the machine. I have been scrolling around image searches and haven't been able to find an exact match. I believe it is a bit older because...
I hope to find a used machine for less than $5000, but don't know if that is reasonable. I am fairly comfortable with repair and maintenance, although I have no experience with espresso machines in particular so I don't mind putting in a bit of work to get a good machine.
Just opening up so I cannot afford the flagships (yet). I am looking for an affordable, reliable machine that has parts readily available parts.
I have found a few for sale on Facebook Marketplace, but when I try to find replacement parts, it seems that they are more available in other...