Matfer Bourgeat 072900 Hand-Held Cast Aluminum Citrus Juicer
Matfer Bourgeat 072900 — Hand-Held Cast Aluminum Citrus Juicer
The Matfer Bourgeat 072900 is a hand-held citrus press built from epoxy-coated cast aluminum, sized at 9-1/8 inches so the handles give real mechanical leverage on lemons, limes and small oranges. A built-in strainer holds back seeds and pulp while the shaped pour spout sends clean juice straight into a jigger, shaker tin or prep container. There is nothing to plug in and nothing to service — it is a single-piece manual tool that goes straight from the bar rail into the dish machine.
Key Features of the 072900
A hand press lives or dies on three things: how much force it transfers, how clean the juice comes out, and how fast it can be turned around between tickets. The 072900 is built around all three.
Cast Aluminum Body
Cast — not stamped — aluminum gives the press thick, rigid jaws that will not flex or spring open under a hard squeeze, which is exactly what separates a service-life tool from a consumer squeezer.
Epoxy Coated Finish
The epoxy layer puts a smooth, non-porous barrier between citric acid and the aluminum underneath. Pulp releases instead of sticking, and the surface resists the staining and corrosion that bare metal picks up on a wet bar.
Built-In Strainer
The perforated bowl catches seeds and coarse pulp as you press, so juice can go straight into a shaker or mixing glass without a second straining step slowing the bartender down.
Pour Spout & Ergonomic Handles
Long, contoured handles multiply hand strength so a full case of limes does not become a wrist injury, while the formed spout directs the pour instead of letting juice run down the outside of the press.
Dishwasher Safe
Rated for the dish machine, so the press can be rotated through a normal warewashing cycle at shift change rather than being hand-scrubbed behind the bar.
Zero Electrical Requirements
No motor, no cord, no outlet and no service parts. That makes it viable on a crowded speed rail, at an off-site catering station or on a food truck where receptacles are already spoken for.
About the branding: item 072900 is manufactured in Germany by Westmark and distributed in the United States by Matfer Bourgeat, so you will see it catalogued under either name. Whichever label is on the listing, it is the same press — SKU 072900, EAN 4004094500060.
Ideal Applications
Anywhere fresh citrus is squeezed to order in small batches rather than pressed by the gallon.
072900 Specifications
| Model Number | 072900 |
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| Brand | Matfer Bourgeat (manufactured by Westmark) |
| Type | Hand-held manual citrus press / squeezer |
| Material | Cast aluminum |
| Finish | Epoxy coated |
| Overall Length | 9-1/8 in. |
| Product Weight | 1 lb. |
| Strainer | Built-in perforated bowl |
| Operation | Manual — no electrical connection required |
| Cleaning | Dishwasher safe |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| UPC / EAN | 4004094500060 |
| Case Pack | 1 |
| Shipping Method | Parcel / ground |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the 072900 listed under both Matfer Bourgeat and Westmark?
Westmark manufactures the press in Germany and Matfer Bourgeat distributes it through its United States foodservice channel. Both catalogs use item number 072900 and the same EAN, 4004094500060, so the two listings refer to one identical product.
What size citrus does this juicer handle?
At 9-1/8 inches overall it is sized for lemons and limes, and it will take smaller oranges. Large navel oranges and grapefruit are beyond the capacity of any hand press this size — those call for a lever-style bar press or a countertop extractor.
Does it strain the seeds out?
Yes. The perforated bowl acts as a built-in strainer, holding back seeds and coarse pulp as the fruit is compressed so juice can go directly into a shaker tin or measuring container.
Can it go through the dish machine?
It is rated dishwasher safe. The epoxy coating is what makes that possible on an aluminum tool, so avoid abrasive pads and aggressive scouring that would wear that layer down over time.
How does a hand press compare to an electric juicer for a bar?
A hand press wins on speed for single drinks, takes zero counter space and draws no power, which matters on a crowded well. An electric extractor makes more sense once you are juicing by the quart for batching, brunch service or a juice program.
What warranty comes with the Matfer Bourgeat 072900?
The press carries a one-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship. It does not cover normal wear and tear or damage from abnormal use, repairs or alterations.
| Brand | Matfer Bourgeat |
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| Material | aluminum |
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