This Hive Tool is the basic standard hive tool that most beekeepers use. The 10 Inch Hive Tool is made of steel. It has a flat blade that makes an excellent pry bar for removing frames and separating supers and has a notch for removing nails. The opposite end is bent at a ninety-degree angle...
The Spur Wire Embedder is the most popular and economical tool for embedding wire into wax foundation. The Spur Wire Embedder has a rotating metal Spur mounted onto a wooden handle.
The Eyelet Punch is used to insert metal eyelets into frame end bars. The eyelet is placed onto the end of the punch and then pressed or hammered into the end bar holes. The Eyelet Punch is made of solid steel.
The Frame Cleaner Hook is used to clean wax and other debris from the grooves in the top and bottom bars. It is approximately 6 inches long and made of steel. The Frame Cleaner Hook has a looped handle and a flat hook at the end.
Sometimes even the most experienced and skilled beekeepers get stung. Using a sting kill swab can help ease pain and itching. It is also a good thing to have around if you have guests in the bee yard or if you have children or grandchildren around.