Hello,
Interesting site. Started the first time in 1978. Again two years ago. Looking to build a extractor without machining or spending $300 plus.
Two hives. 1 carnolian, 1 Italian
Tried splitting This year. Re-queening wasn't a sucess. :(
See how they make it through the winter.
Welcome to the forum, and $300 for an extractor won't be a problem at all.