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Hand grinders rock if you can be bothered. A high quality vintage number for £15 on ebay will be way better than any electric one below £120.
I've never heard of usind a tamper for a moka pot before, I just grind close to espresso fineness and level it to the rim of the basket for good crema. I find any compression tends to choke the pot and nothing comes up before the water boils and burns the coffee.
@Ant: Good call with the Cona. Far and away my favourite brewing method. Such a clean, juicy delicate cup and amazing to watch.
Hand grinding makes you happy: