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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart
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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart

Item # 675648

$199.00

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They do make things like they used to! This retro cooler was originally introduced in 1954.

  • Stainless-steel lid and case deliver durability and keep ice for up to three days in temperatures up to 100° F
  • Solid steel latch improves sealing; stainless-steel hinges and screws resist rusting and breakage
  • Large, sturdy stainless-steel handles with rubber grips are easy on the hands
  • Leak-proof, rust-resistant port drains ice water away; durable base and liner are easy to clean

Made in USA.

Item 675648


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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart Specs

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Weight22 pounds
Capacity54 quarts
Dimensions26 x 18 x 17 inches

Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart Customer Reviews

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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart
 
3.8

(based on 9 reviews)

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good grip (8)
  • Retains temperature well (8)
  • Easy to drain (6)
  • Good capacity (6)
  • Durable (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds (8)
    • Day trips (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (6), Avid adventurer (3)

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    Sep

    30

    2007

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    they don't make things like they used to

    By DancesWithWoofs

    from pasadena, ca

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Good grip
    • Retains temperature well

    Cons

    • Faulty lid lock
    • Leaky drain plug
    • Loose lid
    • Spills

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds

    Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

    as a child, we used to go camping with the original coleman cooler. that one was bomb-proof. they removed all of the neat things from the classic in this poor excuse for a retro cooler. looks can be deceiving.

    we had this on our wedding registry & were more than happy to receive one. last year i would have gladly given this 5 stars, but after using it more i have cooled down to the awful redesign of this classic.

    the lid latch was changed from a steel hook that grabbed the lid & cinched it down tight. this new design has a metal cylinder that slides into a slot in the lid. problem is this doesn't hold very well & pops open.

    the old design had a screw drain plug with a chain attached to empty out the water. this one has a plastic cork-like plug that always seems to leak or worse, gets popped off in a loaded car.

    they also removed the built-in bottle opener that used to be integrated into the handle mounts.

    anyone that fondly remembers the old coleman cooler should take a look at this one in person to see what i mean.

    the new design is so kid-proof (no hook lid closure & no bottle opener) they took out the best parts of the design & opted for the cheap plastic replacements. now i'm looking on ebay for the old classic coleman cooler since they just don't make things like they used to!

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    15

    2007

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Almost There

    By Napa Outdoors

    from Napa, CA

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy to Drain
    • Good Capacity
    • Good grip
    • Retains temperature well
    • Tough Exterior

    Cons

    • No bottle opener

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds
    • Day Trips
    • River Trips
    • Tailgate parties

    Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

    Received this cooler as a wedding present and am very happy with it. Conserves ice well, sturdy handles and I have no gripes with the latch. Fits perfectly into my canoe. I do wish it had the bottle opener on the side. I do not miss the old fashioned steel interior that rusts away. Should last 50 years!

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Nov

    2

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Looks nice, but poor quality

    By sierramom

    from Paradise, CA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Retains Temperature Well

    Cons

    • Breakable

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds
    • Day Trips

    Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

    This cooler looks nice, but has poor durablity.It is NOT worth the hefty price tag. After only 1 season, the latch no longer works and the lid is loose and fits poorly. Why can't Coleman make their products more durable?

    • Gift:
    • No

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    28

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    keeps food cold and fresh

    By dog hiker

    from Rockville, MD

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy to Drain
    • Good Capacity
    • Good grip

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Campgrounds

      Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

      I use this at our big camping event to keep meats and other perishables fresh. I've found that two large ice blocks will keep a full cooler of food cold for one day, then drain the water and put in two new ice blocks the next morning. Cooler has plenty of capacity, holding enough food for several people for several days. The rubber tube hand grips make it easy to lift, but the rubber tubes tend to slide around to the sides of the handles over time. The drain plug is also made of thin plastic and may snap off over time. Make sure the drain is plugged before putting the cooler in your trunk, or you'll have a big mess when you get home.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      17

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Coolest Cooler on the Block

      By Weekend Warrior

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Good grip
      • Looks Really Cool
      • Retains temperature well

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Campgrounds
      • Day Trips

      Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

      This cooler may never see much of the backcountry, but it sure will be the center of attention at your picnics and car camping destinations. The retro-style stainless steel goes beyond just the good looks, though - this thing can keep food cold longer than any other cooler I've owned.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      10

      2009

       
      5.0

      Excellent-functions and get compliments

      By Chris in Dallas

      from Carrollton Texas (subburb of Dallas)

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy To Drain
      • Good Capacity
      • Good Grip
      • No Plastic Taste
      • Retains Temperature Well

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

          Very good cooler. Keeps things code for days and get tons of compliments on its looks. Ive been wanting a cooler like this for years.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Jul

          9

          2009

           
          4.0

          10 years and still keeping food cold

          By Keys8864

          from Lynn, MA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy To Drain
          • Good Capacity
          • Good Grip
          • Retains Temperature Well

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Campgrounds
            • Day Trips

            Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

            I purchased this cooler as a replacement for a all plastic cooler.

            This cooler has been used twice a year for car-camping excursions. The cooler has also been used at an unknown number of backyard BBQ's and Patriot tailgate parties. It has always peformed perfectly.

            My Daughter recently borowed the family camping gear for a camping excursion with her college friends. This cooler is the only item that was returned intact.

            A bag of ice will last two to three days. There are no comparable plastic coolers regarding performance.

            I have had no problems with the latch, it still secures the lid tightly.

            My parents still regularly use a Coleman metal-sided cooler purchased in the sixties (Forest green, complete with bottle opener).

            The old attatched bottle opener is a convenience, though a small .99 cent stainless steel opener in your pocket is infinitely more practicle.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            May

            28

            2009

             
            4.0

            10 years of keeping food cold

            By Sierra Dog

            from Sunny Niles, CA

            About Me Casual Adventurer

            Pros

            • Easy To Drain
            • Good Capacity
            • Good Grip
            • No Plastic Taste
            • Retains Temperature Well

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Campgrounds

              Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

              I got this cooler as a birthday present 10 years ago and have used it for 4 or 5 car-camping trips each summer. I love it. I put a mixture of cold and room temp food in it on Friday with one bag of ice, and on Monday I still have ice keeping it cool. I have never had a cooler that kept cool so well. The sun seems to reflect right off rather than heating it up. My latch works well, and cinches down the lid with a hook type closure. Maybe this has changed since I got mine. My handles are still well padded with the rubber grips. My lid was pushed back too far and seems a little weak now when open, but still is functional. I haven't had any problems with the drain plug - although a screw on one sounds better. And the bottle opener would be a nice feature to put back on.

              • Gift:
              • Yes

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Mar

              1

              2008

               
              5.0

              Classic great cooler

              By Tam S

              from Washington, D.C.

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Easy to Drain
              • Good Capacity
              • Good grip
              • Metal surface
              • Retains temperature well

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Campgrounds
                • Day Trips

                Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

                I have several coolers. This is my first metal sided cooler. The cooler walls are much thinner than others (such as the Coleman x-treme) and is deceptively compact as it holds plenty for a weekend.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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