*Assembly required. Engraving appears on both front and back sides of box.
*NAHBE Pre-Order Only* 9-5/8" DEEP Pura™ Hive Body | Custom Engraved
$39.95 $27.95
Step 1. Submit Customization Form
Step 2. Add To Cart
This item is only available for pre-order at the North American Honey Bee Expo in Louisville, KY. Expo pre-orders will not be shipped to a different location.
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Personalize your apiary with the first-ever custom-engraved Pura hive body!
Include any text of your choosing or upload your own image for a high-resolution engraving. These boxes are great for marking your equipment, personalizing your apiary, or to give as a gift!
Precision-cut dovetails make assembly quick and easy with their self-squaring design. Fit with full top joints and broad handles, the Pura hive body is as good as it gets.
Box ships unassembled.
Milled from select-grade eastern white pine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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10-frame hive body dimensions (fully assembled): 19-7/8” (length) x 16-1/4” (width) x 9-5/8” (height)
8-frame hive body dimensions (fully assembled): 19-7/8” (length) x 14” (width) x 9-5/8” (height)
Product weight: 8 lbs
Lumber: Select-grade eastern white pine
Made 100% in the USA
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Qualifies for free shipping on orders over $150.*
In-stock orders typically take 24-48 hours to ship.
*Free shipping offer extends to orders anywhere inside the contiguous 48 states. Read our full shipping terms here.
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Can I have multiple designs on my box(es)? Unfortunately, no. If you wish to have more than one design, you will need to place a separate order.
How large is the engraved area? The maximum dimensions are 9” width x 4” height, but may be less depending on the design or character quantity.
How many sides does the engraving appear on? The engraving will appear on two sides of the box — the front and back (short sides).
Do I get a proof of my box prior to shipping? No, you will not receive any proof for approval, so be sure your customization form is filled out accurately. If our design team has any questions, they will contact you directly.
Can I paint over the engraving? Yes, the engraving is deep enough for paint to be applied and show contrast. However, we recommend not applying paint to engraved photos as the image will not present well.
What grade of lumber are the custom-engraved boxes made from? All custom-engraved boxes are made from select-grade eastern white pine, which contains mostly clear lumber and allows for some small, tight knots.
Which size should I get? 10-frame equipment allows for more space for brood and honey production, but weighs more when full. If you struggle to lift a full 10-frame hive body or super, an 8-frame hive may be a good alternative.
Is assembly required? Yes. We recommend using Hivebond 4000 (or similar waterproof wood glue) and 7D nails to assemble your box.
Where are Pura hive bodies made? Each hive component is made entirely in our factory in Sioux Falls, SD.
Questions? Call (605) 951-0267
Your apiary, personalized.
Whether you’re looking to mark your equipment or just want that personal touch, these custom-engraved boxes are the perfect addition to your apiary. Choose from any of our six font styles or upload your own image for the best-looking beehive you’ll ever buy.
Quicker, easier assembly.
Assemble up to 3 times faster than standard finger-jointed boxes with Pura’s self-squaring, interlocking dovetails. Just glue and join with a rubber mallet — No squaring tool needed. Nailing or stapling is optional, but not necessary.
Stronger joints.
Precision-cut dovetails interlock stronger than any other joint. Our half-blind design contains 25% less end grain exposure than standard box joints, reducing the opportunity to rot.
Better frame rest.
An inset frame rest creates a full top joint, so no need to worry about accidentally chipping your box at its corners as you remove a frame for inspection.
Broader handhold.
Tested and approved by commercial beekeepers across America, our extra-wide, deep-grooved handle makes lifting with gloves easy as pie. A gradual taper at the bottom of the handle repels all rainwater.
Product Details:
10-frame hive body dimensions (fully assembled): 19-7/8” (length) x 16-1/4” (width) x 9-5/8” (height)
8-frame hive body dimensions (fully assembled): 19-7/8” (length) x 14” (width) x 9-5/8” (height)
Product weight: 8 lbs
Lumber: Select-grade eastern white pine
Made 100% in the USA
