I go through a lot of work to make an 8-frame medium hives. I cut box joints , glue these guys up then shoot small nails in to them. When I place them on top of each other, I will get the dreaded ROCKER. Looking at it from above I will put a square in each corner and they are square.....but...

Here's my recent experience with Western: I always wanted to run 8-frame hives. They’re lighter weight for my lousy back and wrists, and they allow the bees to expand vertically a bit more. I checked the local(ish) suppliers, and none of them mentioned having any 8 frame ware. Kelley’s...