Even extraction, better espresso Straight from the grinder, coffee lands in clumps with dense and loose spots across the basket. Water races through the loose patches and skips the dense ones — that's channelling, and it's behind most sour, bitter or just-plain-inconsistent shots. The Flick's fine needles break up those clumps and redistribute the grounds into an even bed, so water flows uniformly and your extraction actually reflects the work you put into your grind and dose. Flick to retract The clever bit. The needles extend with a press and retract with a quick flick of the wrist, tucking safely away when you're done. No exposed pins poking around your bench or drawer, no bent needles, no fuss — just a clean, self-contained tool that's ready the moment you are. Fine but durable needles Six 0.4mm stainless steel needles are fine enough to move grounds without gouging your basket, and tough enough to hold their shape shot after shot. Gentle on your gear, thorough on your puck. Fits every machine Because a WDT tool works inside the basket, it isn't tied to a group-head size — the Flick suits 51mm, 54mm and 58mm baskets alike. Breville, De'Longhi, Sage, Gaggia, E61 and beyond: if you dose into a basket, this works for you. How to use it Dose your grounds into the basket, extend the needles, and stir gently through the coffee in small circles to break up any clumps and level the bed. Retract with a flick, then distribute and tamp as normal. It adds about ten seconds to your routine and takes a lot of guesswork out of the cup. What's Included 1 × Flick WDT Tool Specifications Needles: 6 × 0.4mm stainless steel Mechanism: Press to extend, flick or tip to retract Body material: Aluminium alloy, black finish Compatibility: 51mm, 54mm and 58mm baskets
