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If someone else already posted information about vacuum coffee makers I apologize in advance.
Anyway, this
Bodum Clear Santos Electric Vacuum Coffee Maker at $130 seems to be a decent compromise between expense, quality and how likely it would still be used six months after purchase.
Check the demenstration video in the link; looks cool.
~ Rick
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I had one of these and it made good coffee, but they don't have the longest lifespan. The gaskets get a little worn and the thing doesn't work right after about a year.
French press coffee is much better, anyway. They're also super easy to use if you have one of those hot water spigot things in your kitchen. The grinders aren't really that hard to find - most grinders will work just fine.
I just had the perfect cup of coffee while reading this thead - beans from a local joint that wins tons of awards, made in the french press. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...