Omoikiri Tanigawa-S 4994120

One of many

Kitchen tap with pull-out spout Omoikiri Tanigawa-S 4994120 belongs to the middle price segment and is unlikely to be of Japanese origin. The design of the Tanigawa-S is "licked" from analogues of well-known European manufacturers, which in itself is not so bad. The mixer has two colour versions: chrome and stainless steel. The model is designed for horizontal installation on a sink with a mounting hole ∅ 35 mm and is equipped with an L-shaped spout with a retractable watering can on the hose. Pressure control and mixing of water is carried out by a side single-lever joystick, paired with a ceramic cartridge ∅ 40 mm.

Where is the shower?

The axis of the swivel spout, protruding 239 mm deep, is somewhat offset relative to the body of the appliance. A jet of water from the aerator flows from a height of 249 mm, which, together with an exhaust watering can on a hose 800 mm long, gives room for different processes: wash dishes, fill a deep pot, wash vegetables and fruits, clean the sink bowl from dirt. Unfortunately, the elements of the aerator are made of plastic, which negatively affects the deposition of limescale. As a disadvantage, it should be noted that the watering can does not work in the shower mode.

Average from Asia

The mixer is quite massive, and this suggests that its body is made of high-quality brass. The manufacturer certifies that each product passes the factory quality control of the galvanized coating and is tested for leakage under water pressure after assembly. The tap comes with flexible stainless steel hoses. In general, the device, not without flaws, leaves a good impression and is worth the money.