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Old bee-line box...please help figure out how it works?
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Christina Wahl <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 18 Nov 2013 22:11:48 +0000
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Hello all,

Does anyone recognize the design of this old bee-line box?

If so, can you explain how it works?

Specifically:  Why is the top brass fitting so detailed?  How are bees coaxed into the box?  Why are there two holes in the upper chamber (one with a square fitting inside, one without, see pics)?

Any insights or ideas into the detailed workings of this beautiful old antique would be MOST welcome!

Here is the link to pictures:

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8pnzwLgBXBQaTlSWGwxWFFSOTA&usp=sharing

Christina


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