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					Originally Posted by Buena Fortuna  Thank you,
 Do retailers carry them as a general rule, or is it best to get them right from Bialetti?
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 Shop around,  Under $20 for a three cupper is good.
Grind and fresh roast is important.  See examples and learn the basics at:  
http://fantes.com/espresso-stovetop.html
This is an espresso thread, btw.  Mokapot coffee is not true espresso - close, but no cigar.  Read and discuss more about moka at: 
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=705.