Matrix Concepts M3 Utility Can, Blue

First off its held up alot better than the crap from the local stores. I have no problems using it as a fuel container. Its easy to use, handle isn't all uncomfortable to me. The vent inside the cap is a great idea. Simple to use, unscrew it a bit to vent and tighten it up when you have to turn the can up to get the last bit of fuel out. Kinda idiot proof so idk how you could spill fuel unless...well your an idiot. I've had nothing but good things to say about this and there will be a few more added to this one. Love the colored labels to keep different fuels from being mixed up when others have to grab these for me!!

Its modern, it doesn't look like a normal can, its easy to use and hold.I dont have any problems with the breather hole, although it WOULD do better in a different spot (Perhaps on the top of the handle).Although, the benefit of this breather hole design is that you dont have to worry about some flimsy plastic piece breaking and getting lost and then your gas can is kind of shot. The breather hole on this is on the lid, and there's no need to screw it all the way off, just loosen it.Amazon had the best price anywhere.

While I appreciate the innovated design, fuel gets trapped and can not be poured out. You have to either pour it out the lid or leave it in there.2nd issue is the handle placement. For pouring a full jug, there is very little leverage with the high handle, so you have to use the 2nd hand under the bottom for the entire pour, which means the nozzle can pop out.

What makes this gas can great is its spout is high quality hose that doesn't leak when you fill gas tanks on generators, lawn mowers or snowblower . My wife bought one at a retail store during hurricane Sandy I thought she was taken advantage of , but after using it I ended up buying 4 more @ Amazon. She feels confident filling up generator no spills ect, now we have enough fuel cans to keep generator running for 48 plus hours. Great product. I try not to rate any thing 5 stars . The price of the cans kept it from 5*

I like the can in general. but there were two problems: 1. I ordered black and received white. 2. The can comes WITH a hose kit that isn't shown anywhere in the description or pictures so I ordered an unneeded hose kit. Both the issues are minor details and the product does the job well.

It doesn’t leak at all while pouring like the store bought red containers.

A heads up about this product. I purchased 3 cans in November of last year (2011) and the tops on all 3 have cracked. The cans were kept inside the whole time. Sometimes with the vent open, sometimes not, still surprised to see cracks in the thin edge of the caps. I have emailed the company for support and will update this review on their response. 7/17/2012 Update: I emailed Matrix customer service and they are sending new caps. VERY easy to deal with and had a quick response.

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