Would be happier with metal
Haven’t had a lot of luck with plastic hose reels because the sun eventually degrades the plastic. This is my third Suncast product, but a easier to use front feed that makes all the difference in terms of convenience. The side feed units always bind and eventually leak. The action on this is much smoother and connections are easier to get to.
I know it will eventually fail because UV degradation, but I’m enjoying the front feed design much better. Just wish Suncast could build a non-rusting metal model that would last longer.
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