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As my recent washer purchase came "sans hoses", I needed new ones. The existing hose is still pliable, but over 20 years old, so a newer, better one was needed for the new washer. Main advantage of the stainless steel braided hose is supposed to be the resistance to splitting with time and age. The outer braiding will also result in less chance of kinking the hose, too. Should be a good investment.