From generation to generation, the love of bees and nature can be shared to create lasting moments. Moments that are cherished for years to come. When the topic of bees are brought up, it seems like everyone has a story about an encounter they want to tell. Beekeeping is a beautiful hobby that touches so many lives. Owning an Amish made hive like this one will give you a great start into the world of beekeeping. This beginner beehive with 1 deep brood box & 1 medium honey super will allow your queen to have enough space to thrive in your first year. Although, eventually you’ll need more boxes to begin yielding honey in the following year. These Amish made beehives are a labor of love. The hive bodies and honey supers have been painstakingly designed to hold together using tight fitting finger joints. Measured twice and cut once, every hive part uses the standard dimensions that fit all other 8 frame hives — regardless of their brand. Kit Includes: Telescoping Top Cover Capped with White Aluminum (16-1/4″ x 22″ x 2-7/8″) Inner Cover (14″ x 19-7/8″ x 3/4″) Plastic Queen Excluder (14″ x 19-7/8″ x 1/8″) 1 Medium Super Box (14″ x 19-7/8″ x 6-5/8″) 8 Medium Super Langstroth Wood Frames (1-3/8″ x 19″ x 6-1/4″) 8 Plastic Natural Honey Colored Textured CellTech Foundations (100% Wax Coated)(3/16″ x 16-3/4″ x 5-5/8″) 1 Deep Brood Box (14″ x 19-7/8″ x 9-5/8″) 8 Deep Brood Langstroth Wood Frames (1-3/8″ x 19″ x 9-1/8″) 8 Plastic Black Textured CellTech Foundations (100% Wax Coated)(3/16″ x 16-3/4″ x 8-1/2″) Screen Bottom Board (14″ x 22″ x 2-9/16″) Plastic Insert (12-3/4″ x 21-3/4″ x 1/8″) Entrance Reducer (12-1/4″ x 3/4″ x 3/4″) Assembly Required Unless Otherwise Specified Why Choose an 8 Frame Hive? The major benefit of an 8 frame hive is that it weighs 20% less than a 10 frame hive. Honey is heavy. A 10 frame brood box that is full of honey can weigh up to 90 lbs while medium boxes can weigh up to 60lbs. A 20% difference can save your back. Why Choose Busy Bees ‘N’ More Hives? In the pursuit of discovering durably crafted Amish made beehives, Busy Bees ‘N’ More traveled the countryside of Ohio for just the right woodworkers. Throughout American history the Amish have built their name to be akin to authentic artisanship. They’ve stood the test of time and passed on their genuine expertise from generation to generation. Now known for their high-quality woodwork, the Amish create meticulously crafted works of art. In today’s marketplace, you’d be hard-pressed to find products that have the integrity, precision, and long-lasting value that the Amish provide. Instead, you’ll find the market has run rampant with cheap imported products that have been made to sell, not to be used. These hives are made in the USA from Eastern White Pine that were once sourced for creating log cabins and housing the pioneers of America — the Amish now use it to house your bees. Regionally and responsibly sourced from Michigan and Pennsylvania, we guarantee your new beehive’s lumber has been quality checked and will be a beautiful showpiece in your yard for years to come. Looking to Buy in Bulk? For bulk purchases of 20 or more please contact us.