The problem I have heard numerous times about the KitchenAid MIXER is that it is not well able to deal with fresh-milled whole grain flours except in very small amounts because it will overheat.

That's perfect! I do the same if I have room in my freezer 😋, but I ALWAYS at minimum store in the fridge (never at room temp). I usually mill my flour once a week, use it throughout the week until gone, and then start again.

Same here. I was not aware of its existence when I was researching grain mills -- and I watched a LOT of KZfaq videos. Not one of them mentioned the Ktec/Blendtec mill. If I had known about it I may have chosen it over the Wondermill -- first, because I have been so happy with my Ktec/Blendtec blender which I have had for about 24 years (and which I have been using to grind my flours for the past two years); second because of the finest flour (as I can get the coarser flour easily with the blender, haha); third because it takes up less space and seems to be the simplest of all. I thought it would be cheaper than the Wondermill but I just checked and it is only barely less expensive. HOWEVER, I really do NOT like it that Cami had to replace the rubber strip/band that keeps the flour from coming out four times. That could become a problem. I used to have to replace the blender container on the Blendtec every year or two -- until a chef told me that I was "abusing" the machine by not placing my hand on the blender when it was blending to help stabilize the container. Tired of having to get the container replaced -- which after warranty cost about $100 every time -- I began to get in the habit of "holding it down" (gently, really) very time. I have not had to replace my container now for a good 14 years! Except for the Wildside jar. That one did not last. But I digress. Yes, if I had not already bought the Wondermill I probably WOULD have gone with the Blendtec Cami has and loves -- because I could always purchase those rubber things, maybe half a dozen of them, upfront. And I'm VERY impressed (though not surprised) that it makes the finest flour! The only reason I do not have buyer's remorse is because I really love the company I purchased the Wondermill from -- which is BreadBeckers dotcom. It may be the company of the highest integrity I have ever come across, and what they teach about the inherent and vastly superior value of freshly milled flour, both freely and in classes, has been a life-changer for me. People are getting well from all manner of problems just from eating fresh-ground home-milled breads, muffins, rolls, etc. as their main staple, from psoriasis to warts to so much more (including constipation as well as its opposite!).

Hair dryer?

Oh shoot! Unlached = flour shower... My kids and hubby have forgotten a few times. It happens! I use a small pastry brush to clean the underside of the motor and strategically brush the flour into thr basin. I keep the brush with the mill so it's always easily and quickly accessible.

I cannot get my Blendtec Mill to grind my Kamut-wheat fine enough to allow the resulting bread to rise! I may have to double-grind may Kamut -- once in the Blendtec and then in my hand-crank Wonder Mill Junior to get the powdery cosistency required for bread. Help Anyone???

Do you have the dial set to the finest setting? I've used all kinds of wheat and never had a problem, so other than that, I'm not sure. You can call their customer service... They are super helpful normally.

@@camiford8950 Definitely set to finest setting. Question: when you take some flour you ground in your mill, and rub it between your fingers does it feel completely powdery; of are there some pieces of 'grit' in yours? With my Kamut-flour, it is decidedly the latter. Thanks!

It would not go into the KA port, so that may be true that it was damaged.

I simply use a soft pastry brush and brush off the motor, the filter area, and the flour canister. Do not get the motor wet-never immerse in water (can wipe down with a very damp cloth, but do not get any moisture in the motor).

I don't sell any of them. This video was simply for educational purposes. You can find their information on their websites, though KTec is now selling the Blendtec mill exculsively.

They range in price depending on the current market, but plan on spending $250+ for a good mill (though I have seen a used blendtec for sale every so often at a great price). Check out the manufacturers web pages to see current prices.

I actually just learned today that the blendtec mill is now only being sold through Kitchenetics (formerly k-tec) again, but due to an ownership change, their website (kitchenetics) isn't fully functional as of today (8/24/21). But it is sold on other sites (Amazon, Walmart) for now.

@@camiford8950 Thanks you so much

@@camiford8950 Can you send me the web side please

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