Don’t underestimate the benefits of mechanical scales. While it may not be completely convenient in size (it’s big – less than 10 inches in height and nearly 6.5 inches in width), I found it easier to produce with Taylor quickly. No button pressing, no constant break to zero, and no need to switch between measurements. Taylor is by far the most straightforward way to zoom, which is why it will never be outdated.
Taylor’s durable weighing bowl is a great element that allows you to throw away potatoes, tomatoes, jalapeno or any garden item compared to other mechanical scales with flat surfaces. Additionally, the weighing bowl can be easily removed from the base of the scale for cleaning.
Calibrate the scale to zero or twist (explained below), and it’s easy to have the simple rotation of the knob on top of the top of the scale. Unlike the electronic scale, you paint Taylor once and then (ideally) it’s life. The dial is easy to read large red hands, pointing to multiple units of measurement, including ounces, grams and pounds. When comparing the measurements between Taylor and some other electronic scales, I found Taylor to be accurate.
While mechanical scales are best for scaling bulk items, I do not recommend using them for coffee wear in French media (read my French news recommendations here). It’s hard to read accurately anything less than a half pound, and in this case I would recommend any other size on this list. Although not that compact, the stainless steel finish is stylish and not a bad countertop aesthetic.
