Bacchi espresso maker - any opinions?

[dmarg]

I have been doing a lot of research on espresso makers of late, and have come across what seems to be an excellent (and somewhat stylish) option - the Bacchi. There's a good video of it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlLd0z.... Before I go and blow $400+ on buying one, have any Chowhounders had any experience with one, or does anyone have any opinions on espresso makers of this kind? Cheers.

[londoj01]

I owned this. It stopped working after 2 months. Certainly not worth the cost. I "blew" my money on this, for sure...

[poser]

Here is a discussion from home-barista that may give you some more info on this cute little machine.

http://www.home-barista.com/levers/hy...