"Orak Listalavostok" wrote in message
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On Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:23:13 -0700, Terra Arcane wrote:
However, I don't see how you could make these with just a tap or die,
as they involve a pilot, a relief, and a different lead-in thread angle,
not just threads. Google ".75-11.5NH tap die" = 0 hits."

http://www.diy-forum.net/re-garden-h...e-t120356.html
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the male ends aren't cut threads anyway
on anything except perhaps the brass NPT/hose adapters--they're formed.

Not always. There are machined brass ends available---but rarely (if ever)
found on cheap hoses.
I have machined brass ends on many of my hoses (I am a retired machinist---I
know the difference).

Harold