have used B&G products for over 30 yrs. to wit the hose on my sprayer finally gave out (as all materials do) . the quality material of the ordered hose appears and feels of a cheaper quality in comparison to the original ...the connection ends appear to be of good quality, it's just the hose material....I hope said hose last's a long time...it's a shame that an American made product has gone too pot by cheapening some of it's construction material...obviously I had no choice but to order said hose from B&G...