These new electric mills are both stylish & practical. Turn them upside down & they automatically start to grind your salt or pepper for you just one h&, no buttons, no 2 handed twisting, simple. & as you place them on their base the ceramic grinding mechanism stops, ensuring there is no messy salt or pepper residue left on the table or in the caddy. They are ideal while cooking, or for anyone with a weaker grip, easy to fill & adjustable from coarse to fine were really impressed by these new mills. With their tactile soft touch coating, they look great on the table. Measure 19cm (71/2in). Each uses 4x AAA batteries (not supplied).