Some of them are knuckle-busters that cause scrapes on my fingers when I operate them, and others just leak after a few years. Just about every traditional residential outdoor hose faucet uses old-technology washers, and repairing them can be a hassle. I permanently solved the problem at my own home recently. It was inexpensive and took me less than one hour. Maximizing water flow can be achieved by using a standard ball valve.
Copper tubing is soldered into each end of the valve to make a leakproof connection.
These valves do not have a traditional round handle that you rotate several times to open and close the valve. The handle is easy to operate, especially for older people who have arthritis. Inside the rustproof solid-brass valve is a stainless steel ball. These valves will provide a lifetime of leak-free performance. When the valve is open completely, there are no obstructions or convoluted pathways within the valve.