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January 6, 2010

Carniolan Hive

These hives contain about 1600 cubic inches with movable frames. Single wall. See also HERE.

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WBC Hive

Named for William Broughton Carr. Brood area contains 10 frames with 45,000 cells. It is 19 7/8 x 19 7/8. This hive can still be purchased. Double wall. Circa 1890

Plans (old) can be downloaded HERE.

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Omlet Beehaus

The Omlet beehive is a UK hive that holds 11 deep national brood frames (often called 14x12 frames). Supers hold 10 National super frames. Currently available HERE.

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Cheshire Hive

Designed by Frank Cheshire. Holds 12 frames. Double wall with 1" interspace. Pictured with 3" chaff tray for winter. Popular around the 1880's.

More info HERE.

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Achterbehandelingkast

German. Circa 1900. More info HERE.

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