Product Description

Rapid Reel Model 1041-GH Wall Mounted Garden Hose Reel. Constructed of diecast aluminum, and painted in an attractive bronze powder coat finish which looks great with many finishes. This versatile model can be mounted either parallel, or perpendicular to the wall. Includes heavy-duty, full-flow brass swivel, rubber inlet hose, and mounting hardware. The hose reel can be set up for either right hand or left hand operation. Backed by our industry leading 10YR Warranty, and unparalleled customer service.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1386 in Lawn & Patio
• Brand: Rapid Reel
• Model: 1041-GH
• Dimensions: 20.00" h x 9.00" w x 19.00" l,

Features

• Diecast Aluminum, Brass Swivel, Rubber Inlet Hose.
• Wall mounted unit can be mounted either Parallel or Perpendicular.
• 150' x 5/8" ID Capacity
• 10 Year, No Leak, No Break Warranty
• Hose & Nozzle Shown on Reel-Not included.

Customer Reviews

Most helpful customer reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful.
Here is Rapid Reel's video on their 3 new hose reels...
By Victor H. Agresti
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3KAR9Y2DFAVRH Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel Model #1041-GH

I own three different Rapid Reel garden hose reels and they are all excellent.

Pros:

- Every part of this device is well-made of [nearly] 100% rust-proof materials. E.g., the reel-body is 1/10" thick cast aluminum, the swivel mechanism is brass, and it uses stainless steel hardware and brass fittings.

- The painting on my reel is flawless.

- Brass swivel has a 3/4" inside diameter for maximum water flow.

- 10-year no-leakage guarantee; probably the only brand with such a warranty. (Register your reel on-line at Rapid Reel.)

- A solid full-palm design reel handle spins freely on a stainless steel shaft for easy rewinding. Handle is a very tough synthetic material, with a thick aluminum bracket.

- The included 5/8" feeder hose (connecting the reel to a faucet) is high quality, made with weather-resistant rubber, and is 5' long. It has brass fittings and some kind of spiral synthetic reinforcement thread.

- Manual reel brake to keep the hose from unwinding by itself.

- Nicely packaged and easy to assemble.

Cons:

- Lacks a hose guide, which would be helpful when rewinding. We keep a rag nearby and hold the hose with the rag when rewinding to guide it on the reel neatly.

- Lacks a shelf to keep thinks like nozzle accessories.

- This is really minor, but the feeder hose should be 3/4" instead of 5/8", as Rapid Reel used on their reels several years back. That way, there would be no water restrictions when using 3/4" hose.

- Expensive.

Other:

- Before you leave it outside in below freezing temperatures, follow Rapid Reel's instructions for draining all water from the swivel and hose.

Summary:

Rapid Reel models are almost certainly the finest garden hose reels on the market. It lack a hose guide and shelf, but those issues may not be important to you.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
Superior Product From a Great Company
By Programmer Geek
This is a high quality durable product from a company that stands behind their products. I've had one of these for over a year now and I use it every day. The brake piece that keeps the hose from unwinding broke. I think that I over tightened it or assembled it incorrectly. I ordered replacements parts from Rapid Reel and received them very quickly. I was happy to pay the few dollars for the replacement parts. Unexpectedly and completely unsolicited, Rapid Reel refunded me for the replacement parts. That's service! Stop comparing hose reels and buy this one.

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful.
Works great but the price is up 100% in 2 years!!!
By Biomedman
I bought this reel 2 years ago for literally 50% less than what they charge now...what's up with that??? I got tired of spending money over the years on leaky reels so decided to drop the $$$$ for a Rapid Reel since I already had one for my air compressor hose and it still works great 8 years later. My wife complains that it's a little awkward to reel in hose that isn't straight, as another reviewer mentioned as well, but a couple of years now and it works like new. Since I need another one for the back yard too, I was really surprised and disappointed to see the cost now. There is no reason at all the prices should have doubled to make this thing. So, product review = 5 stars, price now = 1 star. Does it work great? Yes. Will I buy another one at double the price? I doubt it.