Portable Hose Reel Appraisal

Manual Hose Reel with Red Hose

The item is a metal manual hose reel, likely constructed from steel given its appearance and common use. It features a central spindle around which a red-orange rubber hose is coiled. The reel has two circular side plates, which appear to be made of painted or powder-coated black metal, showing signs of wear with some scuffs and dust accumulation. One side plate clearly shows a circular opening with a distinct, textured weld bead around its circumference, suggesting it was fabricated. The reel is mounted on a flat, black metal base, which also exhibits wear, including scratches, dirt, and possibly some liquid stains. There's a black, C-shaped handle or crank arm visible on the left side of the reel, used for winding the hose. The hose itself is a dull, reddish-orange color, indicative of a rubber or synthetic material, and shows significant signs of age and use, including dirt, scuff marks, and a general flattened appearance from being stored coiled. The craftsmanship appears robust and functional, consistent with industrial or workshop equipment. This type of hose reel is typically used for air hoses or water hoses in a garage or similar utility setting. While no specific maker's marks are visible, the construction suggests a utilitarian design, likely from the mid to late 20th century to early 21st century.