It was an investment but I had actually accumulated all of the previous mentioned equipment I had - and sold it for what I had paid. That softened the blow quit

It was an investment but I had actually accumulated all of the previous mentioned equipment I had - and sold it for what I had paid. That softened the blow quite a bit (I raised $1200) I am still using a Baratza Vario - I usually weigh out 15.5g and basically single dose with it. Maybe someday I will upgrade but I don’t fill the burning need.