I've had two of these and I had the same problem with both. I bought them from a local Home Depot, and after just now having to replace my perfectly good hose for the second time in 2 years, I figured I'd look online to see what others are saying about this product. I found what I expected - similar issues as mine. The adjustable-pattern nozzle will work for a short time before starting to leak and spray water uncontrollably every which way. When you decide to remove the malfunctioning nozzle, you will find that you cannot, even if you use tools, WD40, what have you. You will have to buy a new hose (or cut it and go old-school by squeezing and kinking the hose to control the flow). DO NOT BUY this nozzle, unless you like giving away money.