[Sirjonvh]

Does the length of the notch on the side rails of frames matter? On the plans I am using it saws 3 1/2" Deep, 2 5/8" Medium and 2 1/8" Shallow. This is the portion that is not notched. Reason this is and issues I am using 7 1/4 frames. I already cut mine to 4 1/4" with the notch being 3". Will this work or do i need to cut the notch longer?

If this does not make seance I will post some pictures.

Thank you,
Jonathan

 

[waynesgarden]

You're talking about the tapered section where the lower portion is narrower than the upper part, I assume. As long as the wide upper part has enough meat to it to keep the frame wedged in vertically, the length is not critical.

Wayne

 

[AmericasBeekeeper]

The notch is not critical, early frames did not have any taper or notch. Hoffman designed the frame ends as you describe.

 

[Sirjonvh]

Yes you are correct in deciphering my gibberish. That is great news, being as I have 100 frames glued and assembled. That would be an awkward fix. Thank you!

Jonathan