Medium hive tool Mellarius - POCKET
Quality hive tool in massive design is mainly used for work with hive boxs. All used metal part are made from food grade stainless steel. Thanks to this scarcity, you will simply manipulate the extensions you need to remove from the hive. Thanks to the design of massive steel material is almost impossible to bend in normal work. The edges are bevelled and sharpened to handle it well.
Stainless Steel Beekeeping Hive Tool POCKET with Large Hook
The stainless steel hive tool POCKET in medium size is a practical helper for everyday interventions at the apiary. At one end it has a flat blade, at the other a distinctive large hook. It serves excellently for separating hive parts glued together with propolis and wax, for safe separation of supers, and for quick manipulation without unnecessary damage to hive components. Thanks to its compact dimensions, it is always ready at hand. Total length: 21 cm.
Practical Tool That Saves Time and Bees
The designation "POCKET" is not accidental – the hive tool easily fits into the pocket of a beekeeping jacket or suit, so you don't have to constantly put it down and look for it. The large hook (often referred to as a J-hook) facilitates prying and lifting frames during brood inspection and when working in the honey super. It helps guide movement more precisely, protects wooden frame lugs, and reduces the risk of crushing bees when removing frames from tight spaces.
Stainless steel withstands high stress when disassembling heavier supers and is very easy to maintain. The hive tool can be mechanically cleaned, disinfected, and flame-sterilized, which corresponds to modern hygiene in beekeeping and contributes to preventing the spread of bee diseases. In practice, you get a durable tool that speeds up work and helps keep hive equipment in good condition.
Technical Specifications
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Total length | 21 cm (pocket version) |
| Tool ends | Flat blade / large hook (J-hook) |
| Maintenance and hygiene | Mechanical cleaning, chemical disinfection, flame sterilization |
| Use in beekeeping | Separating supers, loosening and lifting frames, scraping wax and propolis |
