Comments on: Hobart Coffee Grinder Restoration

By: Ursula Wortel

Ursula Wortel — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 19:45:02 +0000

Have model 3430. Would like to restore and use it for grain grinding.
Are any parts or instructions available

By: john

john — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:03:28 +0000

Hello
I have a star mills stand it stands 35″ tall.. 8″ square on top where the holes are
and 23 ” wide at the bottom I am missing the Receiver pan that fits almost in the center of the legs.
does anyone have one for sale or know anyone that has either an original or if they are being reproduced ?
I really need your help.
Bill Remingtons web site talkes about that exact part..his E-mail is not correct does anyone have a correct e-mail for him or ph. #

By: cindy

cindy — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 01:42:32 +0000

I have exact same one…my grandparents had a little corner store and bought this one. It was never used after the war broke out and coffee was rationed. Any idea how much it might be worth…it is mint.

By: Mark

Mark — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:32:57 +0000

I have a hobart coffee grinder serial number 1075912 …..model number 3440 It is from Hobart MFG co. I am looking for the grinder parts. All that was there is the shaft, spring and the back grinding disc and that is it I any on could help me find the information it would be great. Thanks

By: David Marler

David Marler — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 15:25:18 +0000

Sonny, Since I last posted, I purchased another unit in much better shape (glass is intact). However, I have a question. The new one I purchased is nearly identical to the first one. However, the glass reads “Your coffee is being freshly ground” then it lists “very fine, fine, medium, and coarse” as the selections to choos from. My first unit stated “Fresh coffee ground to the method of your making” followed by “vacuum pot, drip pot, percolator, open pot”. I’m assuming the second unit I purchased is a later release, since there is this difference. Aside from that fact, the only difference is a more modern Hobart logo and lid (knob) handle. Otherwise, these units look the same. Did I mention it is also clean as a whistle and grinds beautifully? If you have the window glass as shown above with the types of grinds (open pot, percolator, etc.) I would be interested in getting a scan of it. I would prefer the older style glass sign over the newer one. Thanks!!!

By: terry

terry — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:10:08 +0000

the hobart coffee grinder no 239102 250 volts
(hp) made in U.S.A

By: Sonny Benoit

Sonny Benoit — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:13:44 +0000

I’m restoring of these Hobart 3430 machines right now and I could definitely scan the glass sign on mine which is in perfect shape. I’ll post here again once I have done so.

By: David Marler

David Marler — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 14:37:15 +0000

I recently purchased this same unit. However, the one thing I need to replace is the front glass sign. Can anyone provide a scan or template of the glass sign so I can reproduce it? I would be willing to pay a small fee for this. Thank you.

By: Kathy Umberger

Kathy Umberger — Mon, 16 May 2011 00:55:59 +0000

I have just inherited a Hobart 3330 coffee grinder. I is in great condition with the exception of the glass pieces on the top front and back where the light bulbs are. Any ideas on where we can find replacement. Also, what is this machine worth

By: Julie

Julie — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:52:47 +0000

My friends just purchased a Hobart double hopper coffee mill Model 2929. It will be displayed and they would like to find out correct history on this particular machine. Does anyone know where to find this kind of information? Thank you!!

By: Steve Topper

Steve Topper — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:25:07 +0000

Just acquired a model 3430 and need to find a replacement shelf that fits in one of the two slots on the front of the machine. I have no idea what it looks like as I’ve not seen a photo of the front. Can anyone help me find this shelf?

By: Brian

Brian — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 15:57:29 +0000

Nice work, looking around your site it appears you do excellent work on everything you get your hands on !

By: Doug Davis

Doug Davis — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 06:21:09 +0000

“Can you e-mail me a close up picture of the glass panel of the Hobart 3430.I need to get the glass restored. Thank you.”

I can still get a pic if you need it. Email me.

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By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:08:01 +0000

Mike,

We haven’t been in the restoration business for awhile, so we can’t give estimates on value. Your best bet is to keep checking ebay or Craig’s list. Also, there have been a few online if you google it. One unrestored sold for $175, but I’m not sure of when it was sold.
http://www.agassiztrading.com/electrical/othercoffeegrinders.htm

By: Mike S.

Mike S. — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:13:13 +0000

I HAVE RECENTLY PICKED UP A HOBART COFFEE GRINDER MODEL 3440 AND WOULD LIKE TO SELL IT BUT DONT KNOW MUCH ABOUT IT AS OF YET . WHAT ARE THEY WORTH IF WORK?

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:10:32 +0000

Matt,

Your best bet is to find a coffee grinder to use for parts. We don’t have any parts available.

By: Matt

Matt — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:43:12 +0000

looking for one of the chrome strips for the bottom left strip on my Hobart coffee grinder. It’s the ame as the one you restored. Where would I find one.

Thanks

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 17:59:07 +0000

Anyone know of where I can find a manual or something to help me learn how to clean mine up (from the inside). I would like to use this in my cafe. Thanks!

Chris@Cremedelacrema.ca

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:31:01 +0000

Lynn,

Try ebay or Craig’s List. Items seem to do really well there.

By: lynn sweat

lynn sweat — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:38:57 +0000

i was wondering if you knew where i could sell a hobart a 9 coffee grinder in excellent shape still grinding coffee as of today thanking you in advance lynn

By: Bob D

Bob D — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:39:43 +0000

I have a Hobart model 3430 that I restored and now I am in need of a new grinder plate. Does anyone have any idea where I might find one? I am also interested in purchasing another machine if there is one for sale.

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:44:12 +0000

Mike,

We no longer own this coffee grinder, so we cannot help you out with images. The blog pictures are the best that we have.
When we restored ours, we had a local sign company replace the broken glass in our machine with vinyl on frosted glass.

By: Mike M.

Mike M. — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:51:44 +0000

Can you e-mail me a close up picture of the glass panel of the Hobart 3430.I need to get the glass restored. Thank you.

By: Mike M.

Mike M. — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:07:30 +0000

I have a Hobart 3430 like the one you have restored, need to know where I can get a new glass panel or who may be restoring them. I live in Maryland

By: hENDERSON EADS

hENDERSON EADS — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:03:24 +0000

I HAVE A HOBART MODEL 3 -430 IN GREAT CONDITION. WOULD LIKE IT RESTORED ON THE OUT SIDE ONLY. WHERE CAN I GET THIS DONE? I LIVE IN KY

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:03:35 +0000

Lisa,

The paint used was PPG Acrylic Automotive paint, codes:
Black DC9300
Burgundy DCC71965

You can check automotive supply stores for the lime green paint, or craft stores. Probably the easiest thing to do is google it.
Good luck!

By: Lisa Hughes

Lisa Hughes — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:39:13 +0000

We are currently restoring a Hobart coffee grinder model #3440. It has been used for s working until someone miswired a plug. They set it outside since it didn’t work. We are now freeing up the innards and it working well but runs hot. Ours is a cool retro green color. Any idea where I can get that 60’s lime green color paint?
What kind of paint did you use to restore the outside?

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:20:03 +0000

Mike,

Our coffee grinder restoration was basically a cosmetic one. We did not get into a restoration of the interior working parts.
If anyone else has knowledge on this, please blog in.

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:21:44 +0000

I am refurbishing a Hobart Coffee Grinder (exactly the same as the “Black Beauty” pictures on this website). … need help in understanding how to disassemble/remove the grinder wheels. I have removed some corrosion in the grinder wheel area, but I do not want to damage the wheels/blades by forcing them apart … unless I understand how they are supposed to disassemble. Any resources/instructions you could point me towards would be kindly appreciated. Thanks, Mike

By: MASON

MASON — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:10:24 +0000

Hello, I would be interested in purchasing a #3440 or a #3300 if anyone has one in good working condition. Stunning restoration. Well done.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:52:41 +0000

I have a Hobart coffee grinder like the one in this photograph. Would you have any suggestions where I might find somebody who could restore it for me?

Thanks

Mary

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:42:38 +0000

Tom,

A lot of the items we write about in this blog are restorations we have done, but they are not for sale.

By: kona cherry hill coffee

kona cherry hill coffee — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:00:56 +0000

Hello,
i am looking for a roaster to puchase, and can not find a new one on your site, did I just miss it.
Tom B.

By: Stu Sherman

Stu Sherman — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:01:22 +0000

I have an ancient Hobart “Buffalo Chopper” Model #-T215GA, Ser# 1-095155 that needs blades and all associated bushings, spacers, washers and retaining nut that fits on the mounting post, thanks for any help, stu 360-683-2404

By: vintagevending

vintagevending — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:37:51 +0000

We aren’t able to give estimates on the value of an item. If you keep an eye on Ebay or maybe Craig’s List, your item is sure to be listed at some point. That may give you a rough idea of it’s value but prices vary greatly depending on condition. Also, we had a local sign company replace the broken glass in our machine with vinyl on frosted glass.

By: daralynd

daralynd — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:13:27 +0000

The machine I have is The Hobart, Manufacturing Co., Troy, O., No 471971, model No. 2020. It’s in ok condition, you can still see the gold leaf on and around it grinder and it has glass (I guess) in the top thingy where you place the coffee beans. I am trying to find out the value and was hoping there was a site you trusted. This is a first find for me.
daralynd

By: Skip

Skip — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:10:30 +0000

Our museum has one of these beautys. One of the kids in a small tour group leaned on it, and broke the glass with the lettering. Can anyone help us replace this, or maybe they have some at vintage vending. Thanks, The Elmira Heights General Store Museum

By: J S

J S — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:19:33 +0000

Hi,

Wow, what a great job. Can you give me any pointers for restoring my own? Also, do you know where I could find a replacement top?
Thanks!

By: Sam

Sam — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:10:24 +0000

I have a Hobart Coffee Grinder machine – model #3330 which is in excellent condition that I would like to sell. Would there be any interest. Thank you.

By: Sam Z

Sam Z — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:18:37 +0000

I also have a wonderful machine as above. Any idea who would want to purchase it. Would appreciate any information you may have. I am located in King of Prussia, PA…….