As a long-time coffee geek who has experimented with literally EVERY method (and device) for brewing the perfect cup, I usually rely on a moka pot when I want a fresh single cup. I own several Bialetti pots, but needed a 3-cup (approx. 6 oz) pot to match a favorite 10 oz. ceramic mug for cappuccino and Ameriano consumption. Since this Pedrini is slightly more than HALF the cost of a Bialetti, I figured I couldn't go wrong. I found, in fact, the Pedrini gasket far superior to any others i've used; no leaks! Questions? There are several helpful tutorials available at youtube. I always use fresh (home roasted) coffee and a quality disc grinder... but find a moka pot superior to even the most expensive home espresso brewers.