Stache Tiny Grynder Grinder

Stache designed the micro-rounded tooth system based on the observation that modern dry herb tends to be denser and more terpene-rich than herb from decades past when sharp-toothed grinders were originally developed. Sharp teeth shear through herb with a cutting motion that Stache argues strips plant oils and terpenes onto the grinding surfaces rather than keeping them in the ground output. The micro-rounded teeth work by pressing and separating herb along its natural points of weakness rather than cutting through it, which Stache states results in less material loss to grinder walls and a ground output with more preserved terpenes.

Stache made the deliberate choice to omit the pollen screen from the Tiny Grynder and replace it with the storage compartment lid system. This means all ground herb, including fine trichome particles, collects together in the storage chamber rather than being separated into kief below a screen. Stache’s philosophy is that the micro-rounded teeth preserve more trichomes in the ground output compared to sharp teeth, so separating kief through a screen on top of a less-damaging grind is a secondary benefit compared to simply maintaining a higher-quality combined output. Users who specifically want kief collection should consider Stache’s standard or 5-piece Grynder models.

The storage compartment lid is a separate pull-off cap that sits on top of the main grinder body, creating an additional enclosed space for storing whole nugs before grinding. This feature comes from Stache’s 5-piece Grynder models and was added to the Tiny to allow users to carry pre-loaded herb without grinding it immediately. The compartment keeps whole nugs separate from the grinding chamber and provides a discreet smell-reducing storage area for herb in transit. Users can fill the storage cap with nugs, then tip them into the grinding chamber when ready to grind.

At 39mm diameter and 42mm tall, the Tiny Grynder is among the most compact metal grinders available. It is smaller than the standard 2-inch (50mm) grinder that most brands offer as their smallest model. The trade-off is lower per-session grinding capacity, but the storage lid partially compensates for this by allowing users to pre-load whole nugs and carry them separately. The micro-rounded tooth design distinguishes it from other compact grinders that use standard sharp teeth. Users comparing the Tiny to other pocket-sized grinders should note that its grinding volume per session is limited and best suited for single individual sessions.

Yes. Neodymium magnets are the strongest commercially available permanent magnets, and Stache uses them throughout the chamber connections of the Tiny Grynder. The magnetic closures hold the grinding sections firmly together during grinding and prevent accidental separation when the grinder is in a pocket or bag. The strength of neodymium magnets also means the chambers open smoothly and decisively when pulled apart, without the gradual thread-binding that can occur with standard threaded aluminum grinders over time.

Remove the storage compartment lid and separate all four pieces. Use the included cleaning brush to clear herb debris from the micro-rounded teeth and the chamber walls. The beveled interior edges help move loose material to the center, making it easier to brush out. Soak the aluminum components in isopropyl alcohol for 15 to 20 minutes to dissolve resin from the rounded tooth surfaces. Brush away remaining residue, rinse with warm water, and dry all pieces completely before reassembly. Use the pollen scraper to collect any accumulated particles from the storage chamber floor before soaking.