{"product_id":"yellow-uncapping-scratcher","title":"Yellow Uncapping Scratcher","description":"\u003ch1\u003eYellow Uncapping Scratcher\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"235\" data-start=\"31\"\u003eThe Yellow Uncapping Scratcher is an essential \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-tools\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003etool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for removing wax cappings from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/frames-and-foundation\"\u003ehoney frames\u003c\/a\u003e during harvest. It helps open cells that uncapping knives may miss, ensuring more complete honey extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"266\" data-start=\"237\" data-section-id=\"1unl1y1\"\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"267\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"348\" data-start=\"267\" data-section-id=\"iok2yp\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"348\" data-start=\"269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"295\" data-start=\"269\"\u003eMultiple strong tines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to pick and open wax cappings efficiently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"349\" data-section-id=\"3ewpia\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"351\"\u003eComplements uncapping knives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches areas that knives cannot easily access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"434\" data-section-id=\"rpcfk6\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"469\" data-start=\"436\"\u003eDurable plastic construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded body with sturdy tines for long-term use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"520\" data-section-id=\"s7zj83\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"522\"\u003eEasy to clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be washed with soap and water after use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"587\" data-section-id=\"17x6amk\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"612\" data-start=\"589\"\u003eMulti-purpose tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Also useful for opening drone cells to check for varroa mites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"702\" data-start=\"678\" data-section-id=\"1e4knf4\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1007\" data-start=\"704\"\u003eThe Yellow Uncapping Scratcher is a simple but critical tool used during honey harvesting. Before extracting honey, the wax cappings that seal each honey cell must be opened. While uncapping knives handle most of the surface, there are always areas—especially low spots—that require a more precise tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1009\"\u003eThis scratcher features \u003cstrong data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003emultiple strong tines\u003c\/strong\u003e that allow beekeepers to pick at the wax cappings and expose the honey underneath. It is especially useful for cleaning up frames after using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/serrated-uncapping-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eknife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, ensuring that more honey can be extracted efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eIn addition to honey harvesting, capping scratchers can also be used to \u003cstrong data-end=\"1364\" data-start=\"1338\"\u003eopen drone brood cells\u003c\/strong\u003e. This can help beekeepers inspect for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/varroa-easy-check-and-how-to-use-it-for-checking-mites\/\"\u003evarroa mites\u003c\/a\u003e or disrupt their reproductive cycle as part of hive management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1481\"\u003eThe tool is built with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003edurable molded plastic handle\u003c\/strong\u003e and strong tines, making it reliable for repeated use. After use, it can be easily cleaned with soap and water, making it ready for the next harvest.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/honey-harvesting-supplies\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Bottling.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288948687100,"sku":"Nylon Scratcher","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Yellow-Uncapping-Scratcher-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1769673721","url":"https:\/\/proudlibertarian.com\/en-de\/products\/yellow-uncapping-scratcher","provider":"Proud Libertarian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}