When it comes to uncapping 8 frames out of a 10 frame box--------easier to uncap. Also,I know of one person that uses 8 frame equiptment all the way.... He has a major lact of lead in his tail.They're easier to handle,even for folks like me with an ample amount of lead in the tail. Take Care and GBY,John in Homestead,also at<[log in to unmask]>