Day 3 for a new hive checking the Queen

[Acebird]

I have a frame lifter too but don't use it as much.  When you use the lifter it puts your hand in the center of the frame in a cupped shape and it seems the bees ping off the inside of the palm when I use it.  With out using it you fingers are on the end of the frame and leave a clear path for the bees to leave between the frames.  If I use it now it is only on the end frame to get that first one out then I pick from the ends by hand for the others.  If you wear heavy gloves then the gripper is a big advantage but it is slower.

[FlexMedia.tv]

I'm going to have to google frame lifter

[SlickMick]

An Aussie web site. https://www.brookfieldbeehives.com.au/products.php?c=0&p=1612

Mick

[Acebird]

I have this one.
http://www.betterbee.com/beekeeping-tools/fg1-frame-grip.asp

It has a sort of hook on the end that won't let go even with slight gripping force at the handle.

[FlexMedia.tv]

Thanks folks!
You will have me up from Freshman to Sophamore in no time! *grins!*