La Pavoni Professional Lusso Coffee Machine

Manual Lever Espresso La Pavoni Professional Lusso — Chrome, Wooden Handle Option A lever-operated espresso machine that gives you direct control over extraction pressure and temperature, built with a robust brass group head and a polished chrome and stainless steel finish for genuine café-quality performance in a home kitchen. The manual lever mechanism gives you tactile feedback and precision — ideal for developing espresso technique and achieving consistent, full-bodied shots by hand. It's available with either a standard or wooden handle, and is built to last decades with proper maintenance. Manual Lever Brass Group Head Polished Chrome Wooden or Standard Handle 1.6L Boiler New Why a manual lever machine like this appeals The manual lever gives you direct control over extraction pressure with no pump or electronics doing the work for you, which is exactly the appeal for enthusiasts who want to develop genuine espresso technique. A commercial-grade portafilter and stainless steel boiler provide stable heat retention, so once you've dialled in your grind and lever timing, results are genuinely consistent. Direct lever extraction Precise pressure control by hand, giving experienced baristas real influence over each shot's pre-infusion and extraction pace. Stable stainless steel boiler Designed to maintain consistent water temperature, a genuinely important detail on a manual machine without PID compensation. Choice of handle finish Wooden or standard handle options let you match the machine to your kitchen's look. Full steam function 16 minutes of steam delivery time gives genuine capacity for milk-based drinks alongside espresso. How it compares to the Copper Gold finish If you've also looked at our La Pavoni Professional Lusso Copper Gold, the two share identical mechanics — the difference is purely finish. This standard chrome version gives you the same manual lever operation and boiler capacity at a lower price point, without the copper and gold styling. Choose based on which look suits your space rather than performance, since both machines behave identically once you're pulling shots. Who it suits Coffee enthusiasts developing genuine lever-brewing technique Buyers who value the ritual and tactile control of manual espresso over automated pump systems Anyone deciding between a wooden or standard handle finish to match their kitchen Specifications Boiler capacity 1.6L Espresso cups per fill Approx. 16 Steam delivery Approx. 15 minutes Boiler pressure 0.7–0.8 bar Average heating time 5 minutes Heating element 950W Dimensions (W x D x H) 200 x 290 x 320mm Weight 5.5–6kg Power 220–240V 50/60Hz or 120V 60Hz Condition New A note on this listing: both the Wooden and Standard handle options are currently showing as unavailable. Please contact our team via the contact us page to confirm current stock and your preferred handle finish before ordering. Getting the best out of it Give the machine its full heating time before your first shot, and expect a genuine learning curve with the lever — consistent results come with practice, not immediately. Pair it with a grinder from our home coffee grinders collection that holds a consistent setting, since lever machines reward a well-distributed puck more than most. Browse our coffee beans range to get started, and see our wider home coffee machines collection if you'd like to compare it against other lever options. Our finance options page covers payment plans if useful. Ordering Please confirm your preferred handle finish and current stock with our team via the contact us page before ordering. Freight is calculated at checkout based on your delivery address. Frequently asked questions What's the difference between the wooden and standard handle? Both share the same underlying machine and mechanics — the wooden handle is a design choice that adds a warmer, traditional look compared to the standard finish. Is this machine hard to use for a beginner? There's a real learning curve, since you control extraction pressure and pace by hand rather than relying on a fixed pump profile. It rewards practice and suits people who enjoy a hands-on brewing method. How much steam capacity does it have? Approximately 15 minutes of steam delivery per boiler fill, giving genuine capacity for milk-based drinks. How long does the machine take to heat up? An average of 5 minutes. How much does the machine weigh? 5.5–6kg. What warranty cover applies to this machine? Please see our returns and warranty policy for full terms before ordering.