Khaki Poly Cotton Semi Ventilated Bee Jacket With Dual Veils & Gloves
- £140.00
£175.00- £140.00
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Benefits:
- Stain-hiding khaki poly cotton with mesh cooling panels where heat builds
- Dense sting-resistant weave and fine mesh keep stingers off your skin
- Round 360° veil and flip-open fencing veil both included
- Complete kit: both veils and vented cow hide gloves
- 21 sizes from XXS to 10XL, including Stout and Tall Slim cuts
- Heavy-duty YKK zippers, elastic wrist cuffs with thumb holes
Chest
42 in
107 cm
Height
5′7″
170 cm
Subtotal:
£140.00
Product Details:
Khaki Semi Ventilated Bee Jacket, All-Season Comfort That Hides the Work
Most beekeepers reach for a bee jacket far more often than a full suit. The Mellifera Khaki Poly Cotton Semi Ventilated Beekeeping Jacket gives you sting-resistant coverage from waist to hood in a light khaki that handles a working apiary far better than white, built from a durable poly cotton shell with breathable mesh cooling panels placed where your body dumps heat. Both veils and a pair of ventilated beekeeping gloves ship in the box.
Key Features
- Practical Khaki Hybrid Design: a tightly woven poly cotton body that resists stings and hides propolis, smoker soot, and field dust, with fine mesh cooling panels under the arms and across the upper back
- Dual Veil System: round 360-degree veil and fencing veil, both included and washable, so one khaki semi ventilated jacket with veil covers every job
- Beekeeping Gloves Included: sting-resistant gloves with soft leather palms and long vented cuffs
- Heavy-Duty YKK Zippers: secure veil attachment and a closure that won't snag mid-inspection
- Elastic Wrist Cuffs with Thumb Holes: seal the sleeve so bees can't travel up your arm
- Zippered Chest and Side Pockets: sized for a phone, hive tool, or queen marker
- Reinforced Stitching: at the shoulders, cuffs, and all stress seams
Benefits
- Khaki stays presentable through propolis, soot, and dust that show instantly on white
- Mesh cooling zones release heat where it builds, without full-mesh breeziness
- Comfortable from chilly spring mornings through warm summer afternoons
- Two veil styles for one price, swap based on the job
- Drink water through the round veil without unzipping
- 21 sizes, XXS to 10XL, plus Stout and Tall Slim cuts
Ideal For
- Working beekeepers running multiple yards through a long, variable season
- Anyone who finds full mesh too breezy but solid poly cotton too warm
- Beekeepers who want gear that still looks clean at season's end
Care and Maintenance
Unzip both veils before washing. Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle without bleach, then air dry in shade away from heat, since bleach and hot dryers weaken both the fabric and the mesh panels. Wash regularly in season because sting pheromones left in the fabric can agitate bees, even when the khaki still looks clean.
Why Choose Mellifera?
Mellifera Protective Clothing designs beekeeping protective clothing, including bee suits, beekeeper jackets, and trousers, built for real apiary work and trusted by beekeepers across the USA. Most new, unopened items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund.
Why Beekeepers Choose This Khaki Semi Ventilated Jacket
- Works harder between washes: khaki hides the stains a working apiary leaves on white gear
- The best of both fabrics: solid poly cotton for durability and wind blocking, fine mesh where you need airflow
- Strong sting protection: both the dense weave and the tightly constructed mesh panels resist stingers
- Nothing else to buy: gloves included, YKK zippers, sealed wrists, working pockets
- Fits every body: 21 sizes from XXS to 10XL, plus Stout and Tall Slim cuts
Prefer a different color? The same semi ventilated jacket is available in White and Pink. Working in serious heat? Step up to the fully ventilated 3 Layer Super Cool Mesh Beekeeping Jacket, or get full-body coverage with the Semi Ventilated Beekeeping Suit.
Why choose a khaki semi ventilated jacket over white?
Khaki hides propolis, smoker soot, grass stains, and field dust that show on white gear within one inspection, so it stays presentable far longer between washes. The fabric, mesh panels, veils, gloves, and hardware are identical to the white version.
What makes this jacket semi ventilated?
It combines a solid, tightly woven poly cotton body for sting resistance and wind protection with fine mesh cooling panels placed in high-heat zones like the underarms and upper back. You get meaningful airflow without the full exposure of an all-mesh jacket.
Do bees react badly to khaki colored clothing?
No. Light, calm shades like khaki, tan, and white are all well tolerated by bees. The colors to avoid are dark ones like black and brown, which resemble natural predators. Khaki gives you predator-safe lightness with far better stain hiding than white.
Can a bee sting through the mesh panels?
The ventilation panels use fine, tightly constructed mesh that keeps stingers from reaching your skin, and the poly cotton sections use a dense weave that does the same. Wear a loose shirt underneath so nothing sits skin-tight, and keep the wrist cuffs snug.
Which veil should I use, round or fencing?
Both ship in the box, so you can switch anytime. The round 360-degree veil holds its shape away from your face for the widest view and enough room to drink water, while the fencing veil folds flat behind your shoulders and flips open at the front for quick access.
Are gloves included with this khaki jacket?
Yes. A pair of ventilated beekeeping gloves with soft leather palms and long vented cuffs comes in the box along with both veils, so there's nothing else to buy before your first inspection.
Is khaki semi ventilated good for commercial or sideline beekeeping?
It's a natural fit. The khaki keeps a professional appearance through daily field work across out-yards, and the ventilation panels keep you comfortable from cool morning starts to warm afternoon finishes without carrying two jackets.
Is this jacket warm enough for early spring and fall?
Yes. The solid poly cotton covering most of the torso and arms blocks wind and chill far better than an all-mesh jacket, and you can layer a sweatshirt underneath on the coldest days. The mesh zones only vent where heat actually builds.
What sizes does the khaki semi ventilated jacket come in?
All 21 unisex sizes, from XXS to 10XL, plus dedicated Stout and Tall Slim cuts. Order your normal clothing size and check the height-based size chart on this page.
Even if it looks clean, how often should I wash it?
Wash regularly in season, since sting pheromones left in the fabric can agitate bees on later visits even when the khaki hides visible dirt. Unzip both veils, machine wash cold on gentle without bleach, and air dry away from heat.
Can I get matching pants or a full khaki semi ventilated suit?
You can pair this jacket with Mellifera trousers for full-body coverage, or browse our beekeeping protective clothing range for suits and jacket and trousers sets, where dual veils and gloves come included with every kit.
How is this different from the regular khaki poly cotton jacket?
The regular khaki poly cotton jacket is all solid fabric, warmest and most wind-proof. This semi ventilated version adds fine mesh cooling panels in the high-heat zones, making it noticeably cooler for warm-weather work while keeping the same stain-hiding khaki and sting protection.
Shipping
- Free worldwide shipping on every order, no minimum
- Processing time: 1-2 working days
- Delivery time: 8-10 working days (9-12 working days total)
- Tracking number sent by email once your order ships
Read our full Shipping Policy for customs, delays, and address details.
Returns & Refunds
- 30 days from delivery to request a return
- Item must be unused, unworn, with original tags and packaging
- Contact us before sending anything back
- Refunds processed within 3 business days of us receiving your return
- Defective or incorrect items: we cover return shipping and cost
Read our full Return & Refund Policy for exchange, EU cooling-off, and non-returnable item details.
Questions? Email info@melliferaprotectiveclothing.com or call +1 737-284-5852.
