Original Alessi Coban RS 04 Espresso machine with coffee grinder Special "aqua blue" edition An espresso machine icon. Overall in good, used condition for its age. Very minor usual signs of use. The are under the water tank has been freshly varnished. This is not visible when the water tank is mounted. In parts small repairs of the lacquer at the edges of the drip tray and the case. Overall a very beautiful and fully functional Alessi design classic Brand: Alessi Design: Richard Sapper 1988 Portafilter machine with integrated grinder for freshly ground coffee. Removable water tank for ease of filling • Powder chute for easy portioning • Pre-heat display • Grinding level settings to set the level of fineness • Frother to froth the milk • Steam valve for hot water access • Rotating switch for milk frothing or hot water access Drip sieve and removable drip tray for easy cleaning • Casing pressure cast Accessories as pictured The Cobán espresso machine embodies the perfect combination of shape and function: the components of an espresso - coffee beans and clear water - are presented in two columns and are joined by a connecting band to form an excellent product. In 1999, the jury of the Design Plus prized awarded the "Coban" an award with the following words: "A design as though of one piece."