Form and function merge into the MIU France Stainless Steel Salt and Pepper Mill Model No. 90603. This pair of 2-inch diameter tubes standing at 7-inches tall is made of brushed stainless steel giving it a subdued elegance that is quite at home both in the kitchen and dining room.
At the lower section of the mills is a clear acrylic window showing their contents and indicating if they need refilling. At the bottom is a small light that illuminates the amount of pepper or salt that is poured out so you will never have an excessively spicy or salty meal again. The top end holds a button that activates the grinding mechanisms. This button allows a single-handed operation of the mills. Instead of holding one part of the mill and cranking the other, all you need to do is push the button with one hand, and continue stirring whatever you are cooking with your other hand.
The grinding mechanism of the pepper mill is made of tough and wear-resistant carbon steel. The salt mill, on the other hand, because it tends to corrode steel, has a grinding mechanism that is made of ceramics. These materials assure the mills’ longevity. The grinders are set in motion by a small motor that is powered by three size AAA batteries. As soon as the switch is pushed, the motor immediately comes alive and starts the grinding.
The upper section of the tubes can be turned to either open or close the ground spice dispenser. In this way, you can choose to immediately pour the pepper or salt after grinding, or save them for later use. There are arrows with labels on the mills showing directions for opening and closing the dispenser.
The mills are not dishwasher safe thus it is recommended that they be cleaned only with a piece of damp cloth.