The toothed knife is made of stainless steel. The practical stainless steel jaw blade is 28 cm long. The knife is a practical alternative to a well known fork. If you do not have too much bumps, then you will not have a problem with unpacking.
Do you want to work faster during honey extraction and relieve your hands from tedious uncapping with a fork? Stainless steel uncapping knife with serrated blade from German manufacturer Heinrich Holtermann is a reliable choice for hobby and professional beekeepers who rely on efficiency, clean cuts and long tool life.
The knife with 28 cm blade length is a practical alternative to uncapping fork, especially when working with evenly built combs. Fine serrations easily "bite" under wax cappings and guide the blade smoothly forward, making uncapping fast and precise. With regular combs you can often handle an entire frame side with one or two strokes, significantly reducing preparation time before placing frames in the honey extractor.
The blade is made of quality stainless steel – resistant to corrosion, easy to maintain and meets hygiene requirements when working with honey. After uncapping, it usually suffices to rinse with warm water. The handle is shaped for secure and safe grip even when you can't avoid sticky honey and wax during work.
You'll appreciate this type of knife especially where combs are straight and evenly built (for example when using foundation or with shallow supers with nice construction). If you manage multiple hives, the uncapping knife is significant help during seasonal peak when speed and work flow matter.
- Faster work: compared to classic uncapping fork you save time and effort.
- Clean and precise cut: serrated edge handles even tougher cappings.
- Easy maintenance: stainless steel cleans easily and lasts long-term.
| Parameter | Value |
| Blade length | 28 cm |
| Blade material | Stainless Steel |
| Edge type | Serrated (double-sided for right and left-handed users) |
| Purpose | Mechanical uncapping of honeycomb |