How do you dry the water that accumulates in the crevice inside the coffeemaker's base so it does not rust?

I've had my unit for about 38 years now and have never had a rust problem. To clean it I disassemble the unit and wash it in the dishwasher and put it in the dish drainer to dry. About once a month I take the unit apart and clean the main tube and the tube in the basket with a small wire brush--an essential tool for cleaning the 9090. Every two months or so I run white vinegar through the assembled unit (without coffee grounds in it) until it all bubbles out the top and then run it 2 or 3 times with plain water to get the vinegar smell out. I bang the basket on something hard to get accumulated coffee grounds out of it--pretty much daily. Occasionally I clean the accessible surfaces inside with a scrubber and Ajax or some such. I change the gasket when it gets torn. Hope this is helpful. I've had the bottom rewelded once because of leakage through the seam. This is an extremely durable coffee maker--no moving parts.

Is this still made in Italy?

Yes. This coffee pot is still made in Italy. I bought the small version of this in Milan 12 years ago.

I just got mine (new?) from amazon, and it leaks steam from the joint. it also drips from the release valve when i pour. is this normal?

Those experiencing these leaks (which I have not)--are you filling the water in the base to just below the bottom edge of the brass valve inside, as per the instruction booklet? If you cover the pressure release valve in any way with water, it will leak.

What is the handle made of?

the handle is resin fill in a steel frame. If you have a large burner it will heat up hot enough to brand you. Looks good though.

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☕ Elevate your espresso ritual with a design icon that brews faster and smarter!

COMPACT STYLISH - Sleek matte finish with a non-slip handle, perfectly sized for a single 70ml espresso shot.
PRECISION POURING - Engineered small pour spout ensures drip-free, elegant espresso serving every time.
ICONIC DESIGN LEGACY - Award-winning Richard Sapper masterpiece, featured at MoMA and winner of the 1979 Compasso d'Oro.
ENERGY SMART EFFICIENCY - Wide flared base boils faster, cutting down your gas or electric usage effortlessly.
USER FRIENDLY INNOVATION - One-touch lever for easy sealing and condensation control—simplicity meets sophistication.

The ALESSI 9090/1 espresso maker, designed by Richard Sapper, is a compact 1-cup stovetop coffee maker crafted from premium 18/10 stainless steel. Celebrated for its award-winning design and museum recognition, it features a fast-boiling flared base, a drip-free pour spout, and a one-touch lever seal. Perfect for millennials who value efficiency, style, and a touch of coffee culture prestige in their kitchen.

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Color	Silver
Manufacturer	アレッシィ
Volume Capacity	0.5L未満
Volume	70 Milliliters
Assembly Required	No
Product Dimensions	9.5 x 9.5 x 14.99 cm; 491 g
Package Weight	0.53 Kilograms
Batteries Required	No
Batteries Included	No

【正規輸入品】 ALESSI アレッシィ 9090 エスプレッソコーヒーメーカー 1カップ用 9090/1

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