I ordered 2 DC hoses from HF after reading the reviews... These are only
available mail order, they don't stock them in the stores.. TOO BAD.

They are nice. I went to Woodcraft before ordering and looked. The
reviews were helpful. The WC hose had a heavy wire in it, and the
material was slightly thicker than the HF hose.

So I would call the HF hose light to medium use. But thats perfect for
my needs. I think if you are looking for a 4" hose, the $19.99 is an
excellent buy.

Of course it just arrived tonight, so aside from putting it on a piece
of equip and stretching it across the floor, I don't have real time with
it... but it looks good.

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Jeff