Interstate Pneumatics FGF01S Female Fitting Review

Used between Graco Airless paint suction filter and hose (prevents damage to filter and original equipment hose) with dual garden hose washer on connector for easy removal. It will not turn when tightened on the female side of the fitting.

As far as I can tell this is not a 'living' swivel, meaning it will not rotate once two hoses are connected. The live swivel ensures the hose stays straight when unwinding, even when there is water pressure in the hose. Given that fact, it is not as described.

I bought this to attach the end of the hose between the non-rotating fitting and the spray nozzle so I can rotate the nozzle without twisting the hose. Well it seems to be working. I have found that when I tighten the swivel fitting to my typical "hand tight" level it will not turn. So I played around with it and found a nice spot where it's tight enough not to leak everywhere but still loose enough to twist around. I'm not sure how long this will work, though. Also, I have to be careful and…