I am really disappointed with this item. I wanted a double walled caffetiere. This is an expensive item and I therefore expected that it would be fit for purpose and excellent as a caffetiere. Sadly, it is a doubled walled glass container dressed up with unnecessary features with a plunger added and calling itself a caffetiere. The filter is basic and not efficient; the free movement lid if not positioned exactly doesn't pour well and will leak from where the pouring opening is misplaced; and to handle safely one must use both hands. The wood collar with leather tie is an unfathomable addition. Expensive, disappointing, and I am again looking for a double walled caffetierre. And I am angry that I have spent so much on this ridiculous item.