Harvest Lane Honey TOOL-101 Metal Hive Tool 9.5 Inches

Product Description

The HARVEST LANE HONEY TOOL-101 is a 9.5-inch metal hive tool designed for beekeeping inspection and hive maintenance. It is used to pry hive components apart, scrape away unwanted comb, and break propolis seals that bees use to glue and caulk internal hive surfaces. Bees produce propolis continuously, sealing frames, covers, and boxes tight. This tool provides the leverage needed to free those components without damaging them. The curved end delivers an easy grip and added mechanical advantage during prying tasks. It is a standard hand tool carried by hobbyist and commercial beekeepers alike.

This hive tool is suited for use on Langstroth hives, nucleus boxes, and other standard hive configurations where frames and supers are regularly inspected. It is appropriate for seasonal inspections, swarm management, comb removal, and routine hive checks. The tool is handled directly by the beekeeper and requires no power source or special setup. It fits standard beekeeping kits and is sold individually.

Key Features

• 9.5-inch overall length provides reach and leverage for prying hive components
• Curved end design improves grip and control during inspections
• Metal construction stands up to repeated propolis buildup and scraping
• Flat blade end useful for scraping comb and debris from frames and surfaces
• Compact size fits easily in a beekeeping kit or jacket pocket

Compatibility

Designed as a standard hive tool for use with common beehive configurations requiring frame separation, comb removal, and propolis scraping during routine inspections.

Installation Notes

No installation is required for this hand tool. Beekeepers should wear appropriate protective gear, including gloves and a veil, before opening any hive. The tool should be cleaned and, if desired, flamed with a hive torch between hives to reduce cross-contamination of disease. Store away from moisture to prevent rust buildup on the metal surfaces.

Technical Specifications

• Length: 9.5 inches
• Material: Metal
• Package Quantity: 24 units per case
• Unit of Measure: EA

Standard Information

• Brand: HARVEST LANE HONEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: TOOL-101