Die-cast aluminum hose reel is virtually rustproof, and the. patented brass swivel and fittings have ball bearings for easy rotation. Reel is equipped with a tension brake for better control when pulling hose off without “free spooling.“ Reel spans 16in. for easy mounting to stud walls, wood posts and steel beams. Hose not included.
13 of 13 would recommend this product to a friend.
Product Reviews
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Best hose reel ever,
August 19, 2008
By Rick181from Long Island New York
"This is without a doubt the best hose reel I have ever owned! Very well made. I am completly satisfied with it. Northern Tool always comes through!"
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Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Best Hose Reel,
August 12, 2008
By VWDanvillefrom Danville, CA
"Rapid Reel hose reels are the best hose reels ever! Hands down! Moved again recently and had to buy another to replace the one left at the old house. This must be the fourth one I've bought. Will never buy another brand of hose reel again. These are very well made!"
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Beginner
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
gh164pd hose reel,
August 12, 2008
By EJGJRfrom tonawanda,n.y.
"tired of replacing plastic or flimsey metal hose reels ,this product stands up to weather .hose winds on & off with ease ,brake system works great.could last a long time with very little maintenance."
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Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Rapid Reel,
August 11, 2008
By RioDinofrom Minneapolis, MN
"This is my 3rd Rapid Reel. I really like them compared to anything else on the market. No cheap plastic. The mounting system is really solid and pretty easy and fast to assemble. Solid rust free aluminum casting gives a long life. The water connections do not leak. This is a really good product, well worth the difference in cost versus the cheap plastic big-box store offerings."
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Home Handyman
Top 100 Contributor
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Rapid Reel,
August 11, 2008
By Joteafrom Amarillo, Texas
"This reel works very well reeling in the hose. There is some problem with it fitting all hose that cause a kink at the connection"
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Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hose Reel,
August 11, 2008
By will02from Baird, Texas
"I use it on a spray rig. Easy to assemble and works well"
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Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Excellent Quality,
August 11, 2008
By daveyj74from Chicago,IL.
"This has to be the best hose reel I have ever used. Very easy to install. Very well made and durable. If you use a hose all the time like I do this is definately worth purchasing."
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Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Not for quiet neighborhoods,
June 4, 2008
By HandySamfrom Syracuse, NY
"Definitely heavy-duty. Should last forever but a couple of things are not considered: First, there is no spooling guide so winding up the hose evenly must be done with the free hand, being rather messy if the hose has been dragged through the dirt. While doing this, care must be taken that the hose lays evenly with no twisting because of the weight on top of the first few rows can easily damage or kink a cheap hose. Secondly, you may miss the convenient tray on top if you are replacing one of the cheaper plastic reels that usually has that feature, so there's no place to put extra nozzles, etc.. Thirdly, it is not the most attractive design - does not blend with the house at all. Last but perhaps not least, there are two sources of noise that may be of concern: the built-in adjustable brake makes a loud "click" every half-turn of spooling - enough to wake your neighbor if they're out in the hammock. The other noise is very surprising in that you hear the water rushing through the unit quite well, all the while being amplified by the metal cone-shaped reel ends and the wall that the unit is bolted onto. Also, requires assembly but not difficult at all."
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Home Handyman
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
wall mounted hose reel,
April 21, 2008
By northernfanfrom St. Louis, Mo.
"N T E item # 160149 This cast aluminum hose reel is the best I have ever used. I struggled with several of the cheaper plastic types from the big box stores only to have them operate with great difficulty or fall apart. This reel rolls very smoothly even with 150 ft of hose out and automatically winds level due to the cone tapered drum. Great product."
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Professional
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Worth every penny.,
April 21, 2008
By meriwetherfrom Madison, WI
"This is a very sturdy reel and is obviously well made. Included screws, bolts, etc. are stainless steel. The reel works very well and can hold a lot of hose. Works equally well with a little hose or fully loaded. I've had one of these for three years and it looks brand new. Just bought another for the front yard."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
