Keson K1 100 ft. Metal Chalk Reel

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Die-Cast Metal Alloy Housing: Engineered with a rugged, heavy-duty metal casing and steel fasteners designed to resist severe drops, heavy abrasion, and punishing jobsite wear.
100 ft. High-Hold Braided Line: Features a premium cotton-poly blend line that maximizes chalk absorption and retention, delivering sharp, bold, and consistent snap lines across rough concrete and plywood sheathing.
Smooth Rewind & Solo Anchor Hook: Equipped with a manual fold-away 1:1 crank for controlled line take-up, paired with a durable steel end hook that grips nails, screws, or edges securely for efficient one-person layout work.
Leak-Resistant Wide-Mouth Cap: Built with a secure, leak-resistant screw cap featuring an extra-wide opening to facilitate fast, clean, and mess-free chalk powder replenishment.

Price: $8.20

Item #198-K1

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Description

Built for tough jobsites, the Keson K1 Metal Chalk Reel pairs a rugged metal housing with a high-hold line and smooth crank so you can snap crisp, visible layout lines all day. The metal case shrugs off drops and abrasion, the leak-resistant fill cap keeps chalk where it belongs, and the steel hook lets you anchor and snap solo with confidence.

Key Features

Rugged metal housing: Durable, impact- and abrasion-resistant case for long service life.
100 ft capacity: Covers long pulls for framing, roofing, concrete forms, and exterior layout.
High-hold chalk line: Retains chalk for bold, consistent snaps across rough surfaces.
Smooth manual rewind: Fold-away crank delivers fast, controlled take-up.
Leak-resistant fill cap: Wide mouth for clean, quick refills with minimal mess.
Steel end hook: Grips nails, screws, and edges—ideal for one-person snapping.
Serviceable design: Easy to open and clean to keep chalk flowing between refills.
Pouch-friendly form: Balanced, compact reel that rides comfortably in your tool belt.

Specifications

Brand/Model: Keson K1 (Metal Housing)

Product Type: Chalk line reel (chalk box)

Line Length / Units: 100 ft (standard-diameter chalk line)

Material (Housing): Metal, die-cast alloy body with steel fasteners

Material (Line): High-hold cotton/poly blend

Rewind Mechanism: Manual fold-away crank, 1:1 take-up

Fill Port: Leak-resistant screw cap; wide mouth for clean refills

Hook: Steel end hook for nails, screws, and edges

Mark Visibility: Bold, consistent snaps on wood, concrete, and sheathing

Serviceability: Easy to open and clean; wide opening for fast chalk replenishment

Compatibility: Works with standard removable or permanent chalk powders

Weight: ~1.0 lb (approx.; varies slightly by production)

Dimensions (Overall): ~7 × 4 × 1.6 in (compact, pouch-friendly; approximate)

Operating Use: Best in dry conditions; keep cap closed between snaps

Storage: Empty excess chalk for long storage; keep dry to prevent caking

Color: Typically Keson orange/black with bare metal housing accents

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): K1 (metal housing variant)

Country of Origin: Varies by batch (check product label)

FAQs

Q: What’s the advantage of a metal housing on the K1?
A: The die-cast metal case better resists drops, abrasion, and jobsite wear, extending reel life versus typical plastic housings.

Q: What line length and type does it use?
A: It holds a standard-diameter chalk line with a 100 ft capacity, designed to retain chalk for bold, consistent snaps.

Q: How do I refill chalk without leaks or mess?
A: Open the wide-mouth, leak-resistant screw cap, pour slowly, don’t overfill, and keep the cap closed between snaps to prevent caking and spills.

Q: Can I snap lines solo with this reel?
A: Yes. The steel end hook grips nails, screws, or edges so you can anchor one end, snap your line, and use the fold-away crank for smooth rewind.

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