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Pullman Checkerboard Barista Handle with Big Step Base, MK II 440C

Pullman Checkerboard Barista Handle with Big Step Base, MK II 440C

SKU: REFERENCE:  MK II 440C

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Product Overview

BIGSTEP MK II 440CMark II is a fancy way of saying “version 2” and we like to be different  Also, the boss man kind of liked it. 440C however, is more deliberate. This is a 440 grade stainless steel, and has the highest carbon content for a 400 stainless steel series. It is then heat-treated to reach 43-45 HRC. (let’s just say it’s freaking hard!) THE BIGSTEP REFERS TO THE DESIGN OF THE LA. . .

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Specifications & Details

Checkerboard is the striking trademark of Pullman handle, made by alternately laminating Jarrah and Maple pieces, and then turning the resultant blank. The result is a strong, functional but very distinctive handle you're unlikely to miss!

• Warm and natural to the touch
• Clean with care
• Custom engraves with lower contrast than aluminium

The hardwood handles are very popular and provide a great contrast with stainless steel machines and work surfaces.

About the Brand

PULLMAN
Founded by Greg Pullam, Australian Company in 2002, Since Pullman Espresso has been making your espresso tools with pride, sourcing local materials, using local trades and delivering on our prom. . . read more
Founded by Greg Pullam, Australian Company in 2002, Since Pullman Espresso has been making your espresso tools with pride, sourcing local materials, using local trades and delivering on our promise of premium products for all lovers of coffee. The company spend their days by thinking, designing and inventing new ways to make coffee taste delicious, improve your work flow and make your life easier as a barista, cafe owner, roaster and supplier. read less

Is This For you

Perfect For

  • 58.55mm precision baskets
  • Manual espresso tamping
  • Pullman, VST, and IMS baskets
  • Professional baristas and cafés
  • Maximum puck coverage
  • Stylish checkerboard setups

Not Ideal For

  • Standard 58mm baskets
  • Non-compatible basket sizes
  • Filter coffee brewing
  • Fully automatic machines
  • Users needing a distributor
  • Automatic tamping systems
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Features

The Pullman Checkerboard Barista Handle with Big Step Base, MK II 440C is a premium espresso tamper designed for home baristas, cafés, and professional coffee bars using compatible precision baskets. It combines Pullman’s distinctive Jarrah-and-Maple checkerboard handle with a hardened 440C stainless steel Big Step base for close basket coverage, level tamping, and consistent espresso puck preparation.

  • Distinctive Checkerboard Hardwood Handle

    Made by alternately laminating Jarrah and Maple wood, creating a strong, warm, and visually distinctive handle.

  • Big Step MK II Base Design

    The stepped base is engineered to provide close basket coverage, helping reduce untamped coffee around the edge of compatible precision baskets.


  • Hardened 440C Stainless Steel

    Heat-treated to approximately 43–45 HRC for excellent hardness, durability, and reliable performance during repeated tamping.

  • Premium Professional Workflow

    Combines precision tamping performance with a handcrafted natural finish, making it suitable for both specialty cafés and premium home espresso setups.

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Technical Specifications

Complete technical details and specifications

Dimensions & Compatibility

Base Size: 58.55 mm
Base Type: BigStep MK II
Product Type: Precision Espresso Tamper
Basket Compatibility: Pullman Filtration876 and other precision 58 mm baskets

Material & Construction

Base Material: Heat-Treated 440C Stainless Steel
Base Hardness: 43–45 HRC
Handle Material: Laminated Jarrah and Maple Hardwood
Handle Pattern: Checkerboard
Origin: Made in Australia

Adjustment & Design

Handle System: Barista-Series Adjustable Handle
Height Adjustment: Spacer-based ergonomic adjustment
Base Design: Enlarged stepped edge for a closer basket fit
Finish: Precision-machined stainless steel base

Functional Features

Precision Fit: BigStep design reduces the untamped coffee ring around the basket wall
Durability: Hardened 440C steel offers high wear and corrosion resistance
Ergonomic Grip: Adjustable handle supports different hand sizes and tamping styles
Distinctive Finish: Checkerboard hardwood provides a warm, natural grip and premium appearance