THESE SUITS ARE NORMALLY DISPATCHED DIRECTLY FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND THE LEAD TIME IS USUALLY 5-10 WORKING DAYS.
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These beekeeping suit, the ‘Original’ is without compare and first designed by B J Sherriff in 1968 and has been the B.J.Sherriff **Best Seller** ever since.
As worn by TV’s Monty Don from Gardeners World, Kate Humble at Wye Valley Mead to name but a few…
The Apiarist offers extremely good overall protection for both new and experienced beekeepers being made of a fine weave smooth finish quality polyester cotton which is both lightweight and robust – the smooth finish enables bees to rest on fabric and fly away again without getting their feet caught in fabric fibres.
Whether you are a novice beekeeper or a professional the Apiarist offers a very high level of security. Our work wear comes in a variety of sizes which are designed to be roomy to fit over regular clothing – to ascertain the correct size please use our conversion chart with videos on how to measure for your perfect fit.
The unique ClearView™ veiling has been designed for perfection in viewing and is also lightweight and airy and is unique to BJ Sherriff.
The S36.Apiarist beekeeping suit is the item of beekeepers protective safety wear that has been the most tried and tested. It comes with a recommendation endorsed by thousands of beekeepers, professionals and hobbyists alike and is the only garment on the market today which has BJ Sherriff’s unique ClearView™ face net which gives near perfect viewing and makes all the difference when looking at your bees. Unlike copies, the hood design B.J.Sherriff don’t use square screen mesh but their researched purpose made veiling specifically for beekeepers to see through.
Known as the LongLife suit due to the exceptional overall quality fabric and sturdy construction with the clearest veil on the market today – it offers you excellent vision and more enjoyable beekeeping. The perfect choice for your apiary needs.
The Apiarist comprises a roomy boiler suit/coverall with drop sleeves and robust central vertical zip. Hood is completely detachable by means of the BJ Sherriff’s Twin-zip system, or removed completely for easy laundering.
The hood can be thrown back when not in use to rest lightly on shoulders. Features: the easy pull zips at collar, front and ankles are tough.
Extra strength stitching, elasticated back waist and ankles, thumb loop to retain cuff in position, velcro flapped breast pockets (pen pocket), roomy hip/thigh pockets, hive tool pocket and EPIPEN pouch, key ring clip in lower pocket to keep house and car keys safe. Fabric: luxury hard wearing polycotton that won’t shrink or fade.
Veil: BJ Sherriff’s sturdy ClearView™ black nylon mesh for excellent visibility and protection.
NEW: now with wide elastic cuffs at wrist with strong velcro adjuster.
5 year Warranty on all zips
15 years average lifespan
B.J. Sherriff recommend that regular clothing be worn under this product which is classifed as workwear.
Customers tell us
“Once you’ve had a Sherriff suit there really isn’t any comparison“ “need to make sure the suit is a Sherriff as heard they are the best” P.Stanley, Ireland
“I have a savage hive & they beat against my face in vain. I am very grateful for your suit, quite the best for my shoulder limitations.” Kind regards E. Dimock,Somerset
”I’m slightly embarrassed to admit I’m not entirely sure how many Sherriff suits I own! What I can say is that the first one I purchased is still going strong. Great kit!” B.Maurer - UK
“Although Sherriff suits are on the costly side – you do really get what you pay for – and my first now in its third year at least and is still in almost new condition apart from a few heavy stains and that is after almost daily washes as I wash my suit after each use. Speak to Sherriff before you buy to ensure correct size or pop over I have a few different sizes for my family- Also when you order on line you get a quality pair of gloves for free which normally cost £20 plus. If the full suit is not for you I can also recommend a Rustler Jacket which is just the upper body protection, I use this for a quick visit.” Regards Simon Croson,
UK GENEROUS SIZING – RELAXED FIT
A BJ SHERRIFF LONG LIFE SUIT IS THE STAR OF ALL BEESUITS
Responsibly manufactured solely by B J Sherriff in the Southwest of England using ethically sourced materials and components within the UK.
B.J.Sherriff Clothing Size Guide
STANDARD
Size S M L EL EEL EEEL
HEIGHT 167 179 185 191 197 197
CHEST 86-92 96-102 107-112 117-122 127-132 137-142
INSIDE LEG 79 84 87.5 90 95 96.5
UNDER ARM 57 61 63.5 66 67 68.5
WAIST 94 107 112 117 132 152
BACKLENGTH 85 89 94 103 104 108
SHORT
Size S M L EL EEL EEEL
HEIGHT 161 173 179 185 191 191
CHEST 86-92 96-102 107-112 117-122 127-132 137-142
INSIDE LEG 73 78 81.5 84 89 90.5
UNDER ARM 51 55 57.5 60 61 62.5
WAIST 94 107 112 117 132 132
BACKLENGTH 83 88 93 97 98 98
TALL
Size S M L EL EEL EEEL
HEIGHT 173 185 191 197 203 203
CHEST 86-92 96-102 107-112 117-122 127-132 127-132
INSIDE LEG 85 90 93.5 96 101 102.5
UNDER ARM 62 67 69.5 72 73 74.5
WAIST 94 107 112 117 132 132
BACKLENGTH 95 100 105 109 110 110
