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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 qt.

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They do make things like they used to! This Coleman stainless-steel 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

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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 qt. Customer Reviews

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Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart

3.8

(based on 10 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good grip (9)
Retains temperature well (9)
Easy to drain (7)
Good capacity (7)
Durable (6)

Cons

Best Uses

Camping (9)
Day trip (6)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (4), Casual/ recreational (3), Casual adventurer (3)

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Sep

2007

(23 of 24 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

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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!

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Nov

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Looks nice, but poor quality

By sierramom

from Paradise, CA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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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?

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Oct

2007

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Almost There

By Napa Outdoors

from Napa, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

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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!

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Mar

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

keeps food cold and fresh

By dog hiker

from Rockville, MD

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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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.

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Sep

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Coolest Cooler on the Block

By Weekend Warrior

from Seattle, WA

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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.

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Jul

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

10 years and still keeping food cold

By Keys8864

from Lynn, MA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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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.

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May

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

10 years of keeping food cold

By Sierra Dog

from Sunny Niles, CA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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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.

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Mar

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Classic great cooler

By Tam S

from Washington, D.C.

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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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.

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Sep

2010

4.0

Great for Campsites and Backyard parties

By mtbiker00

from Eastern NC during this test run

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

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

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
River Trips

Comments about Coleman Stainless-Steel Cooler - 54 Quart:

I like this cooler for back yard cookouts/pool parties. I can keep the drinks cold for three days in humid heat in direct sun. With heat index above 100F that is pretty good performance!

I have had no problem with the seal or the plug, and this cooler really is easy to drain. Have had no leaks either.

I give the cooler 4 stars because the price is too high when I can purchase a Yeti and have it out-perform without question. However the yeti weights an insane amount if you are wanting to lug it on camping trips even in a vehicle. On the other hand the Yeti would be perfect for a boat, and this cool better for camping, backyard, parties, etc.

Hope this helps!