Das Filter Blog
Do Blunts Need a Filter Tip?
Quick answer: No. Most blunts are rolled without a tip. But a tip, also called a crutch, keeps the mouth end firm and open, keeps loose bits out of your mouth, and stops the end from getting soggy as the blunt is passed around. Because blunts are thick, use a wide tip: 8mm for a standard blunt, 12mm for a fat one.
What is a crutch in a blunt?
A crutch is a small tube at the mouth end of the blunt. It's the same thing as a filter tip on a joint. "Crutch," "tip," and "filter tip" all mean the mouthpiece. For more on what a tip does, see what is a filter tip.
A tip is not a health device. It shapes the roll. It doesn't make smoking safer.
Why do most blunts skip the tip?
Blunt wraps are thicker and stiffer than rolling papers, so the mouth end holds its shape better on its own. Habit is part of it too: blunts have long been rolled tipless.
Why put a tip in a blunt anyway?
- The end stays open. Wraps get damp at the mouth end and can pinch shut. A tip keeps the draw even.
- No loose bits. The tip blocks material from reaching your mouth.
- Better for sharing. A firm end holds up through a full circle.
- Less waste. You can smoke down to the tip instead of a stub too short to hold.
What size tip fits a blunt wrap?
Blunts are wider than most joints, so a thin tip leaves gaps and lets the wrap collapse around it.
| Blunt | Tip size | Das tip |
|---|---|---|
| Standard cigarillo-size blunt | 8mm | Big Boy (8mm x 37mm) |
| Fat blunt or large wrap | 12mm | 12mm (12mm x 30mm) |
If you're unsure, start with the Big Boy. The longer 37mm length gives the wrap more to grip. The full size chart is in the filter tip size guide.
How do you put a tip in a blunt?
- Soften the wrap slightly so it doesn't crack.
- Lay the tip at one end, flush with the edge.
- Fill the wrap up to the tip.
- Roll the wrap around the tip first, then roll the rest.
- Seal, starting at the tip end, and let it dry.
The tip goes in first. Adding one to a finished blunt is harder and often tears the wrap.
Frequently asked questions
Do blunts need a filter tip?
No. A tip is optional, but it keeps the mouth end open and firm, keeps loose bits out of your mouth, and stops the end from collapsing.
What is a crutch in a blunt?
A small tube at the mouth end of the blunt. It's the same thing as a filter tip on a joint.
What size tip works for a blunt wrap?
8mm for a standard blunt, 12mm for a fat blunt or large wrap.
Can you add a tip after the blunt is rolled?
Sometimes, if the end is loose. It's much easier to set the tip first and roll around it.
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