Sale on Nailers and Staplers

Snarge

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#2 · 2d ago

Thanks, Charles! I need a spare stapler to reinstall and/or replace the hardware mesh when (inverted) jar-feeding.

 

Gray Goose

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#3 · 2d ago

when meshing the jar off from the hive are the bees able to get to the syrup, I presume yes.
never used mesh to feed.

 

Snarge

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#7 · 2d ago

5CountyHoneyCompany said:

What ?gauge? Mesh?

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We use #8 in a 10’ roll from Amazon since it’s hard to find in the hardware stores. It’s the same gauge we use for the screened bottom boards. Bees can’t pass through it.

5CountyHoneyCompany said:

Is that the 1/2 gallon? I use that size often

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I use that size mostly. It provides a useful volume👍

 

odfrank

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#8 · 1d ago

I use no mesh, just holes to fit the lids.

 

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Gino45

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#9 · 1d ago

I looked up the harbor freight staplers. They're cheap and good. That said, they've doubled in price since I last bought one. I've been through a bunch, and I went to a hitachi 18g stapler several years ago. It's worth the higher price, IMO.
Also you guys must have a reason for the jar feeders. Old tradition? I use zip lock bags when I feed. Of course, I don't have the cold weather issues, but otherwise, ziplocs work for me.