La Pavoni Esperto Abile
La Pavoni Esperto Abile
Get to know it
The Esperto Abile, part by part

- Wooden lever
You set the pressure by hand - Brewing pressure gauge
On the group - Boiler pressure gauge
- Wooden steam knob
- 1.6L brass boiler
- Temperature plate
On the group, aim for 90 to 95°C - Water level sight glass
- 52mm portafilter
Wooden handle, Standard and Fascino included - Stainless steel cup grid
In detail
The Esperto Abile in detail
A traditional manual lever machine with a pressure gauge on the group, so you can see what every pull is doing.

01
See the pressure as you pull
A gauge on the group head shows brewing pressure through every shot, not just boiler pressure.

02
1.6L brass boiler
Enough water for a long session, in a polished steel finish.

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The full kit
Wooden handles and knobs, two interchangeable steam nozzles and competition baskets.
Technical details
Full specifications
| Type | Manual lever, single boiler |
|---|---|
| Boiler | Brass, 1.6L, polished steel finish |
| Gauges | Boiler gauge, plus a brewing pressure gauge on the group |
| Group temperature | Temperature plate on the group, aim for 90–95°C |
| Filter holder | Standard and Fascino, 52mm |
| Baskets | Competition baskets: 9g, 14/16g and 20g |
| Steam | Two interchangeable nozzles (1.5mm and 2mm) |
| Power | 950W, 220–240V |
| Heat-up | About 5 minutes |
| Cord | 1.5m |
| Dimensions | 505mm (H) × 200mm (W) × 470mm (D) |
| Weight | 8kg net |
| Finish | Chromed steel base, chromed brass steam wand, stainless steel cup grid, wooden accents |
| Warranty | 24 months |
In the box
What you get
- Single-cup, dual-cup and competition filter baskets
- Stainless steel tamper
- Coffee scoop
- Steam wand nozzles: 1.5mm and 2mm
Questions
Common questions
Are lever machines hard to use?
They take some practice, because you control the pressure by hand. The gauge on the group head helps you learn faster.
How is it different from the Professional Lusso?
Both are manual lever machines with a 1.6L brass boiler and 52mm filter holder. The Esperto Abile adds a pressure gauge on the group head, wooden handles and knobs, and a competition basket.
What warranty does it come with?
A 2-year manufacturer's warranty. If anything goes wrong, we'll point you to the right place and help with proof of purchase.
Can I see it before I buy?
Yes. Book a viewing at our Silverwater showroom, Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm, through our contact page.
How much is shipping?
Nothing. Shipping is free Australia-wide on orders over $90.
See it in person
Come and try it at our Silverwater showroom before you buy. Viewings Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm.




