Medium hive tool Mellarius with plastic handle - 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.
Medium Hive Tool with Plastic Handle – POCKET
Practical medium hive tool made of stainless steel with plastic handle is designed for everyday work in the apiary. It features a large hook at the end, which you will appreciate when safely lifting frames. The hive tool makes it easier to separate supers and hive parts glued together with propolis and wax, and speeds up routine handling without unnecessary damage to hive components. This is essential beekeeping equipment that should not be missing from your gear. The hive tool length is 21 cm. Handle color may vary according to current stock availability.
Main Benefits for Beekeeping Practice
The ergonomic plastic handle fits well in the hand and holds securely even with gloves, making work more comfortable even during longer hive inspections. Stainless steel excels in corrosion resistance and long service life, while allowing easy disinfection (for example, by flame sterilization or boiling), which is important for maintaining hygiene in the apiary and reducing the risk of disease spread, including American foulbrood. The large hook at the end helps gently pry and pull out frames without unnecessarily crushing bees.
Technical Specifications
| Blade Material | Stainless steel (durable and easily disinfectable) |
| Handle Material | Durable plastic (color according to current stock availability) |
| Length | 21 cm (compact "pocket" size) |
| End Type | Flat edge for scraping / large lifting hook for frames |
| Purpose | Separating supers, cleaning hive, lifting frames |
Practical Tips for Use
To maintain hygiene in beekeeping, we recommend cleaning the hive tool of wax and propolis residues after each use. You can use the flat edge not only for separating supers, but also for quickly scraping burr comb from top bars or edges of hive parts. Thanks to its 21 cm length, the POCKET hive tool easily fits into the pocket of a bee suit or jacket, so you will always have it at hand during work and it won't get lost in the grass.
