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Poly-Cotton Semi-Ventilated Beekeeping Jacket – Balanced Airflow & Durable Protection for Every Season

The Mellifera Poly-Cotton Semi-Ventilated Beekeeping Jacket combines the durability of traditional poly-cotton with strategically positioned mesh ventilation, giving beekeepers a practical balance of protection, airflow, and comfort.

Designed for changing weather conditions, the jacket provides waist-to-hood coverage using solid poly-cotton in key areas and breathable mesh panels where heat commonly builds up. This hybrid construction makes it an excellent option for beekeepers who find solid jackets too warm but don’t need the maximum airflow of a fully ventilated mesh jacket.

The complete set includes two removable veil styles and long-cuff ventilated cowhide leather beekeeping gloves.

Hybrid Semi-Ventilated Construction

The jacket combines two materials to provide protection and ventilation where each is most useful.

A tightly woven poly-cotton body provides durable coverage for regular apiary work, while strategically positioned fine-mesh ventilation panels help release trapped body heat.

Ventilation zones under the arms and across the upper back improve airflow without converting the entire jacket to an open-mesh construction.

Strategic Cooling Where Heat Builds Up

Heat can accumulate quickly around the underarms and upper back during active hive inspections.

Breathable mesh panels in these areas allow warm air to escape and improve circulation, helping you remain more comfortable while lifting frames, inspecting brood boxes, harvesting honey, and completing routine colony maintenance.

This targeted ventilation makes the jacket particularly versatile when temperatures change throughout the day.

Durable Poly-Cotton Coverage

Solid poly-cotton fabric forms the majority of the jacket, providing a dependable protective barrier while offering greater wind resistance than a fully mesh design.

The tightly woven construction helps reduce the likelihood of stingers reaching the skin while maintaining the durability needed for regular hive work.

For beekeepers working through changing seasonal conditions, this provides a practical middle ground between traditional solid-fabric and fully ventilated protective clothing.

Two Removable Veils Included

Every jacket comes with two interchangeable veil options, allowing you to choose the style that best suits each hive task.

The 360° round veil provides spacious all-around visibility with comfortable separation around the face.

The fencing veil offers a closer profile and features a convenient flip-open front for easier access when required.

Both veils are fully removable and washable for straightforward cleaning and maintenance.

Ventilated Cowhide Leather Gloves Included

The jacket comes complete with long-cuff ventilated cowhide leather beekeeping gloves.

The leather palms provide practical hand protection and grip when handling frames and hive equipment, while the extended ventilated cuffs provide additional forearm coverage and help maintain airflow around the arms.

Heavy-Duty YKK Zippers

Heavy-duty YKK zippers provide reliable closures and secure attachment around the veil system.

Designed for repeated apiary use, the durable zipper construction allows convenient opening and closing while helping maintain protective coverage around important closure areas.

Elasticated Wrist Cuffs with Thumb Holes

Elasticated wrist cuffs help create a secure transition between the jacket sleeves and gloves.

Integrated thumb holes help keep the sleeves correctly positioned while reaching, bending, lifting frames, or working inside hive boxes, reducing the chance of the sleeves riding up during inspections.

Reinforced for Regular Hive Work

Key high-stress areas, including the shoulders, cuffs, and important seams, feature reinforced stitching for additional durability.

This added reinforcement helps the jacket withstand the repeated movement involved in inspections, honey harvesting, colony maintenance, and other everyday apiary tasks.

Convenient Zippered Storage

Practical chest and side zippered pockets keep frequently used equipment close at hand.

They provide convenient storage for items such as:

• Mobile phone
• Hive tool
• Queen marker
• Small beekeeping accessories

The pockets are positioned for easy access without unnecessarily restricting movement around the hive.

Versatile Protection Across Changing Weather

One of the main advantages of a semi-ventilated jacket is its versatility.

The solid poly-cotton sections provide more coverage from wind than a fully mesh jacket, while the targeted ventilation panels help release excess heat as temperatures rise.

This makes it a practical choice for cool spring mornings, warmer summer afternoons, and transitional weather when conditions can change during a single hive session.

21 Size Options for a Better Fit

The Mellifera Poly-Cotton Semi-Ventilated Beekeeping Jacket is available in 21 size options to accommodate a wide range of heights and body proportions.

Standard sizing ranges from XXS through 10XL, with additional Stout and Tall Slim fits available for users requiring different proportions.

The extensive sizing helps provide sufficient room for natural movement and protective spacing without relying on an unnecessarily oversized jacket.

Ideal For

This semi-ventilated beekeeping jacket is particularly suitable for:

• Beginner and experienced beekeepers
• Backyard and hobby apiaries
• Beekeepers working in changing temperatures
• Spring and summer hive inspections
• Cool mornings followed by warmer afternoons
• Honey harvesting and colony maintenance
• Beekeepers who find solid poly-cotton jackets too warm
• Users who prefer less airflow than a fully mesh jacket
• Beekeeping courses and regular hive work
• Beekeepers requiring Stout or Tall Slim sizing

Care & Maintenance

Remove both veils before washing. Machine wash the jacket on a cold, gentle cycle without bleach, then allow it to air dry naturally in the shade and away from excessive heat.

Avoid bleach and high-temperature drying, as these can affect both the poly-cotton fabric and ventilation mesh.

Clean the leather gloves separately with a damp cloth and allow them to dry naturally. Do not machine wash leather gloves.

Regular cleaning helps remove propolis, honey, smoker residue, dirt, and other materials accumulated during routine apiary work.

Why Choose Mellifera?

Mellifera Protective Clothing develops beekeeping suits, jackets, trousers, and protective accessories designed around the practical requirements of everyday hive work.

This semi-ventilated jacket combines durable poly-cotton coverage, strategically positioned cooling panels, two removable veils, ventilated cowhide leather gloves, heavy-duty YKK zippers, secure wrist closures, reinforced stitching, and extensive sizing in one versatile package.

For beekeepers who want more ventilation than a traditional solid jacket without moving to a completely mesh construction, it offers a practical balance of airflow, durability, and protection.

Specifications

• Product Type: Semi-ventilated beekeeping jacket
• Construction: Hybrid poly-cotton and breathable mesh
• Main Material: Durable tightly woven poly-cotton
• Ventilation: Strategically positioned fine-mesh cooling panels
• Ventilated Areas: Underarms and upper back
• Coverage: Waist-to-hood upper-body coverage
• Round Veil: 360° visibility; removable and washable
• Fencing Veil: Flip-open front; removable and washable
• Gloves: Long-cuff ventilated cowhide leather beekeeping gloves
• Zippers: Heavy-duty YKK zippers
• Wrist Closures: Elasticated cuffs with integrated thumb holes
• Reinforcement: Strengthened stitching at shoulders, cuffs, and high-stress seams
• Storage: Zippered chest and side pockets
• Standard Sizes: XXS–10XL
• Additional Fits: Stout and Tall Slim
• Total Size Options: 21
• In the Box: Semi-ventilated bee jacket, 360° round veil, fencing veil, and ventilated cowhide leather gloves
• Jacket Care: Cold gentle machine wash; air dry
• Glove Care: Wipe clean with a damp cloth; do not machine wash
• Recommended Use: Seasonal hive inspections, honey harvesting, colony maintenance, backyard beekeeping, training, and general apiary work