i have used multiple methods for coffee making over the years - my current preference for a 'drip like' cup: http://www.rei.com/product/726094 for expresso i've used this for 20 years (yes, i have used the same one that long): http://www.rei.com/product/401040 challenge is that this maker is 'top heavy' and prone to tipping ... not good on a moving boat. i also have a small coffee press (1 cup). i've also been using the 'new' starbuck VIA for a 'quick cup'. it is good instant. the best instant i've ever had ... but still has a aftertast of instant: http://www.starbucksstore.com/starbucks-via/ dave scobie M17 #375 - SWEET PEA visit SWEET PEA's www-site: http://www.m17-375.webs.com --- On Fri, 9/3/10, htmills@zoominternet.net <htmills@zoominternet.net> wrote: Just came across this interesting device for espresso that looks perfect for the $mall boat $ailor. Pressure from small hand pump in the handle... http://www.handpresso.fr/ Another $ailor who has been using it for a couple years posted the link on a BB I frequent.