Wood Tamper

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Wood: Maple Tamper

Description

A quality tamper is essential for consistent espresso extraction. The Clive Wood Tamper combines the warmth of handcrafted wood with the precision of a high-quality stainless steel base. Designed and built in our Portland workshop, this tamper delivers the weight, balance, and feel professional baristas expect — whether you're dialing in a new espresso or pulling your morning shot.

Key Features

  • Handcrafted wood handle with natural grain variations — each tamper is unique
  • High-quality stainless steel base for even pressure distribution
  • Available in 53mm (fits LUCCA and La Spaziale portafilters) and 58.3mm (fits all standard 58mm portafilters including Quick Mill, Lelit, Rancilio, La Marzocco, Rocket, Profitec, and ECM)
  • Balanced weight and ergonomic design for comfortable, repeatable tamping
  • Made in Portland by Clive Wood Shop

From equipment to accessories, Clive supports your espresso journey with quality tools, expert guidance, and the education to use them well.

30-day love it guarantee

Home espresso is a big investment, and we want you to be 100% in love with your new setup. That's why we offer 30 days to return your machine if it's not the right fit. While return shipping and a small restocking fee are your responsibility (unless there's an issue with the machine, in which case we'll cover everything), we'll make sure the rest of the process is smooth and simple.

Shipping & returns

In-stock items ship within 1-business day.

Free shipping on orders over $75. To be eligible for free shipping, the final order amount, after applying any discounts, including rewards points, must exceed $75.

Returns are accepted up to 30 days from the date the order was delivered. Smallware items must be unused. Open Box and Certified Pre-Owned are non-returnable.

The Clive Difference

At Clive, we're not just selling coffee equipment — we're your long-term partner in the craft. Every machine we carry is hand-selected by our team of espresso obsessives, backed by real-world testing and years of industry experience. We offer unbiased guidance, lifetime support, and a genuine love for helping you find the setup that's right for you. From your first question to your thousandth shot, we're here.

Reviews

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Jaime B.
Looks and feels very high

Looks and feels very high quality.

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Lynn W.
The tamper was a gift

The tamper was a gift for my daughter’s boyfriend so I didn’t use it personally, but they both loved the weight and look of it. They said that the tamper that came with their coffee maker was not high quality like this one.

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Nick G.
The wood grain looks amazing

The wood grain looks amazing and the finish is smooth. Well balanced feel that i expect from a tamp in this price range. Only complaint is that i wish it fit a little bit tighter, i still get fines around the edges.

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Neal M.
Great machine. Our second.

Great machine. Our second.

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Larry R.
Great quality!

Great quality!

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Maureen M.
It's wood and metal! look

It's wood and metal! look beautiful. Much heavier than the tamper I had with our Lucca from Clive. (which was also a good tamper). Wanted the maple wood finish so have been upgrading our setup. It's great for what it is, but it is not a necessary item.

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Cavett R.
I Love it!

I Love it!

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John H.
Looks really nice and as

Looks really nice and as I was hoping.

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Michael W.
Very nice. My only concern

Very nice. My only concern is how thin the wood is where it narrows down. I just hope it doesn’t break!

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Nick B.
This tamper feels so silky

This tamper feels so silky in your hand as you mash a puck of freshly ground espresso into your portafilter. The bubinga perfectly matches the bubinga knob set I purchased for my M58. Loving it.

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Maryam S.
Beautifully built and craftsmanship!

Beautifully built and craftsmanship!

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Cynthia J.
I couldn't tell you how

I couldn't tell you how it is. I ordered on 3/12 and still havent received it yet!!

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Tamar Y.
Bought it for my partner

Bought it for my partner and he says it's quite good! It's also beautiful

Thanks, Tamar!

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Ryan B.
The tamper works well, however,

The tamper works well, however, the wooden handle has a small chip.

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Steve F.
Beautiful well made tamper

I bought the Bubinga 58.3 mm tamper. Very well made with just the right weighting. Bubinga is stunning. Perfect for my Rocket Giotto portafilter!

So happy to hear the Bubinga tamper was a great fit with your Giotto!

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Steven C.
Beautiful. I got the maple.

Beautiful. I got the maple.

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Cory A.
Looks good, works well

Nice weight, gorgeous look. Pairs perfectly with the wood trim on the A53.

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John D.
Beautiful, practical tamper.

Feels great in the hand and looks great too! Vey happy with my purchase and would not hesitate to purchase another one.

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Louise S.
A beautiful tamper really adds

A beautiful tamper really adds to the morning coffee ritual

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Richard W.
The perfect tamper

The weight, feel, fit, and finish of the wood tamper is perfect. I cannot imagine a better product for me. It is worth every penny.

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Michael
Beautiful Tamper

It's weighted nicely and seems extraordinarily made. The Spalted Walnut looks much better in person than in the photographs on this site

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billy
Over priced

Average tamper at a really high price, and it doesn't look like the pictures!

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Alexander H.
Beautiful Tamper that does the job well.

There's not a lot particularly technologically advanced about this tamper - it doesn't auto-level, it doesn't have force meters, or any of that stuff. What it does have? Pure luxury. It's beautiful to look at, feels good in the hand, and works like a precision machined tamper.

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Tim S.
Tamper Extraordinaire

Best Tamper Ever Made!!

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Jack F.
Nearly perfect

The walnut handle is beautiful and smooth. It feels great in the hand and it a pleasure to use. The base is nice with decent weight but it arrived with some tool marks on the groove around the circumference. It doesn't affect it's performance and I am sure it will weather and smooth itself out over time and use.

You can separate the handle from the base by unscrewing it. I found it separated a bit too easily and added some removable thread locker.

Hey Jack,

It looks like a batch of bases we received had some cosmetic wear, we'll have a shiny new base on its way to you by the end of the day.

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Greg S.
Absolutely beautiful perfect weight, balance,

Absolutely beautiful perfect weight, balance, and feel. Worth every penny!!

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Renee H.
Beautiful tool, nice balance

A beautiful tool, with a nice balance. I have small hands, but it doesn't feel bulky. Fits Rancilio's Miss Silvia well.

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Carl W.
Tamper

Happy with it

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Erik
Very, very nice.

I've owned this tamper _„_‘_the 53mm LaSpaziale variety _„_‘_for a number of months now. From its first use, it felt familiar. It's comfortable, symmetrical, and beautifully finished. It appears though its construction and finish will last a very long time. I understand tampers can be a very personal item, and it's easy to see why after using this one. I don't have any interest in trying another.

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Birdlives
Great Quality Tamper

This Tamper was a great step up from my previous 58mm Tamper. The Wood is beautiful and the design is stunning. Many family members have appreciated the quality and look of the tamper not knowing what it was. It fits nice and snug in my VST basket. Knowing the handle was handcrafted in Portland is a plus. Great tool and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys making espresso beverages.