I was orginally looking into french presses but decided to get this instead:
How to make espresso using Moka pot - YouTube
I will highly recommend it. I really didnt want a counter top coffee maker and the french press seemed kind of cumbersome; you have to boil the water separately and then let it stew and then press it. Too much dicken around type nonsense for me.
With a "moka pot" you just put water in the bottom, coffee in the metal "filter" piece, screw it together and put it on the stove. No dicken around.
I orginally saw one at the store but it was too small so i ordered mine online. In guess in Italy a cup equals about 2 oz (maybe less), so i bought the 9 cup one which is the perfect size for me. I would recommend getting no smaller than the 6 cup.
However the coffee it makes is really stong, but also really good. I guess its is susposed to be like non-presurized expresso, if that makes sense. Ive read that many people water it down, or just drink less.
It would also be perfect for camping and stuff.
This is the one i have:
Amazon.com: Bialetti Moka Express 9-Cup Stovetop Espresso Maker: Kitchen & Dining