Although a bit dated (1961), this video shows a few of the older coffee brewing methods, primarily percolators, but the vacuum method was interesting. They do emphasize the critical aspects of making a good cup of coffee: Water (fresh and carefully measured), Coffee (the proper grind and carefully measured), and Time (carefully measured).
Of course, times have changed, and many of these methods have changed or been replaced. Although, some of those top heavy glass containers definitely presented a hazard!