Bodum Shin Cha Tea Press

Pros: Durable parts; variable capacities; best for loose teas; simple, functional, and classy styling.
Cons: Filtration/press system not perfect. Two plastic parts.

I come from a family of tea-drinkers, so naturally I spent a great deal of time researching an appropriate teapot to replace our undersized, icky stained, old porcelain teapot for xmas. It had to be around 6-cup capacity, preferably glass (nonstaining), ...