In short: A toothless grinder works without the usual grinding teeth. The herb is gently rolled over the screen and falls apart naturally. The result is an extremely fluffy, soft grind that is particularly well suited to the vaporizer. NORTHGRIND® offers two toothless grinders: Norderney with non-stick ceramic coating and Langeoog as an affordable aluminium grinder.
What is a toothless grinder?
A toothless grinder has an innovative design instead of pointed grinding teeth: the herb is gently rolled over the screen and falls apart carefully. This gentle crumbling produces a fluffier and softer end product than conventional grinders.
How does a toothless grinder work?
You fill the grinding chamber, close the grinder and turn. Instead of tearing the herb, the grinder rolls it over the screen. The ground material falls loosely into the collection chamber. Because there are no pointed teeth in the way, sticky material has fewer places to settle.
Toothless or with teeth: the difference
| Toothless grinder | Grinder with teeth | |
|---|---|---|
| Principle | Herb is gently rolled over the screen | Pointed grinding teeth |
| Grind | extremely fluffy and soft | firmer, depending on tooth shape |
| Vaporizer | very well suited | suitable |
| Trichomes and terpenes | are stressed less | more stress |
| Cleaning | easy | Material gets stuck between the teeth |
Advantages of a toothless grinder
- Extremely fluffy grind: soft, loose ground material instead of firm pieces.
- Ideal for the vaporizer: the even, airy grind suits vaporizer use very well.
- Gentle crumbling: trichomes and terpenes are stressed less.
- Easier to clean: no gaps between teeth where residue can get stuck.
- Premium look: a clean design that looks good.
Toothless grinders from NORTHGRIND®
- Norderney: toothless ceramic grinder made of aluminium with non-stick ceramic coating. From €44.90.
- Langeoog: toothless aluminium grinder, robust and affordable. From €29.90.
View all models: NORTHGRIND® grinders. Unsure which one fits? The Grinder Advisor finds the right series in a few questions. More on the difference between coating and aluminium: Ceramic grinder or aluminium grinder?
Frequently asked questions about the toothless grinder
What is a toothless grinder?
A toothless grinder has no conventional grinding teeth. The herb is gently rolled over a screen and falls apart by itself. Norderney and Langeoog from NORTHGRIND® are toothless grinders.
Why is the grind of a toothless grinder so fluffy?
The herb is not torn but gently rolled over the screen. The result is a fluffier and softer ground material than with conventional grinders.
Is a toothless grinder suitable for the vaporizer?
Yes. The loose, even and fluffy grind is very well suited to vaporizer use.
Are trichomes and terpenes better preserved?
Because the herb is crumbled more gently, trichomes and terpenes are stressed less than with a grinder with teeth.
What is the difference between toothless and with teeth?
A grinder with teeth crushes the material on pointed edges. A toothless grinder gently rolls it over the screen and delivers a fluffier grind. It is also easier to clean.
Which toothless grinder suits me?
If a clean run and easy cleaning matter to you, Norderney with non-stick ceramic coating is the right choice. If you want an affordable, robust everyday grinder, Langeoog fits. The Grinder Advisor helps you in a few questions.
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