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It's also a taste thing; I gave away every metal cup I had because of it.

I think it is something to worry about, maybe not for one press, but a whole kitchen. Like it or not, there's nothing against glass, even what you would call negligible, besides durability. There's a reason scientific apparatus are made from it. It's not even expensive. Just be careful with it.

If you travel with your coffee materials, or if you have kids, there are other considerations.

I don't disagree, it's not plastic.

But there does seem to be evidence the nickel and chromium can leech

Not an expert, but I just stick with glass anyway; it's very inert. My french press will probably last decades at the rate it's going. If you have kids, that's another story.

Usually prefer glass for food stuff, even if it needs replacing sometimes. I've never had one fail without "help".

PSA

Always fully extinguish beach fires. Don't just bury it.

As if physical therapy wasn't expensive enough