I thought I should give you all a quick update.
The grinder arrived, eventually, a few issues with the courier, something about them being busy as it's Christmas. Bah Humbug.
So what started as just buying a Gaggia classic has escalated a bit beyond what I first imagined.
So far
Gaggia Classic
Replacement basket for both Single and Double shot.
Little jugs to fit under the portafilter
Milk foaming jug
Little Espresso Shot glasses to see what the Crema is like.
Iberital MC2 Auto Grinder
Stainless steel Tamper
Knock Out box.
Still to buy, Naked portafilter and replacement steamer wand.
I did my first shot today with freshly ground beans and it took 30 seconds. I think there was a bit too much coffee in the shot though so when I get the amount of coffee right I can work on the grind a bit more.
The coffee is fantastic, I'm very pleased with what I am managing to produce, I used to enjoy a trip to Costa coffee, but I think now that my coffee is probably better.
Here is my setup.