Apimaye
Apimaye Ergo Insulated 10-Frame Hive Set, No Frames
- Frames
- 10 (frames not included)
- Boxes
- Double deep
- Material
- Insulated plastic
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Gold Star Honeybees
Gold Star Honeybees Top Bar Hive Kit
A top bar hive with bevel-point bars meant to reduce cross-combing and a standard glass observation window. Bees build natural wax comb, and there are no heavy boxes to lift.
- No heavy box lifting
- Glass observation window
- Natural comb on top bars
Best for Beekeepers who want to avoid lifting
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Specifications
| Type | Top bar hive |
|---|---|
| Size | 48 x 48 x 36 in |
| Includes | Bevel-point top bars, glass observation window |
As stated by the maker or seller. Specs can change between batches and sellers; confirm on the listing.
From the maker
- Gold Star bevel point top bars - prevent crosscombing
- Glass observation window comes standard -Bee"peek"ing
- Ergonomically friendly beekeeping - no heavy lifting
- Allow your bees to make their own clean, natural wax
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Full listing title: Gold Star Honeybees Top Bar Hive Beekeeping kit
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