Review on Hario Coffee Dripper Silver VDM 02HSV by Richard Jarvis

I have increased my rating to 5 stars. It is a durable product that has stood the test of time. I was very excited about the idea of this product as it is made of metal and silicone. However, one thing the designers didn't take into account is the increase in air pressure when using this dripper directly on the mug. I think this is mainly because the product is silicone based which creates an airtight seal. With plastic or glass drippers, there is airflow so the coffee just dribbles into the cup, but with this dripper, pressure builds up and the coffee spills over the sides of the silicone base and all over the counter! The only solution to this problem is to somehow lift the dropper out of the cup, either with a special stand or with a pair of chopsticks. The whole thing seems a bit ridiculous given the cost. Maybe I'll poke a few holes in the sides of the silicone over time, but really, why would I need that? I think this is an example of a designer designing a specific product for a specific accessory but not thinking of the average person just putting it on their mug. I love the metal and the fact that this product seems to last a long time. I know silicone will eventually absorb the flavors of whatever is around - soap or coffee, so I don't know how long the silicone will last. It's really close to perfection.