12″ BLACK SHEEP 18MM 22 ARM RATCHET BUB

The 12" BLACK SHEEP 18MM 22 ARM RATCHET BUB is a high-end glass bong built for heads who actually care what their hit feels like. It’s made for people who want wild diffusion and silky pulls without going to some huge, awkward tabletop tower. Standing 12 inches (305mm) tall with a serious 22-arm ratchet perc, this thing is all about stacking bubbles and turning heavy hits into clean, flavorful clouds.

Why You’ll Love It

• Seriously smooth hits — The 22-arm ratchet perc chops your smoke into a ton of tiny bubbles, so it cools down fast but still keeps the flavor.
• Minimal drag for a big perc — For how intense the diffusion is, the pull stays surprisingly open and comfortable.
• Dialed-in height — At 12 inches (305mm), it’s tall enough for real lungfuls but still easy to handle and pass around.
• Standard 18mm joint — Uses an 18mm bowl, so it plays nice with other glass you already own.
• Showpiece-level glass — The forest of arms inside makes it look wild on the table even when it’s just sitting there.
• Stays put — A wide, sturdy base helps keep it standing when the coffee table gets crowded.

Best For

This Black Sheep is made for bong fans who’ve already graduated from basic beakers and want real function — people who notice the difference between a simple downstem and a complex perc. It’s a perfect daily driver if you like cool, dense hits and you don’t mind giving your glass a little extra love to keep all those arms clean. If you’re already building out a serious glass shelf or upgrading from silicone to something fancier, this slots in nicely with your other go-to smoke shop products.

How to Use It

Start by adding water so that the ends of the 22 arms are properly covered; that’s where the magic happens. Too little and you won’t get full diffusion, too much and you might get splashback, so it’s worth taking a second to eyeball the level and pull a test breath (no bowl) just to feel the resistance.

Once your water level feels right, drop in your favorite 18mm bowl, load it, and sesh like you normally would. The ratchet perc will shred your smoke into a stack of bubbles that climb the chamber, giving you that long, smooth pull that heavy glass fans chase. Setting the base on a solid dab mat helps keep everything grippy and safe when things get a little clumsy mid-sesh.

When you’re done, dump the water instead of letting it sit. Keeping fresh water in a multi-arm piece like this makes a huge difference in flavor and keeps cleaning from turning into a nightmare later.

Specifications

Fit & Compatibility

The 12" BLACK SHEEP uses a standard 18mm joint, so most 18mm bowls, ash catchers, and adapters will fit without drama. That makes it easy to swap in your favorite slide or hook it up with extra filtration if you’re into stacking function. Keeping an extra 18mm bowl on deck in your stash or next to your everyday accessories is a nice move if this becomes your main piece.

Cleaning & Care

Multi-arm percs reward you if you stay on top of them. Empty and rinse with warm water regularly, especially if you’re ripping it hard every day. For deeper cleans, let it cool, then use isopropyl alcohol and a little salt, rinse thoroughly with warm water, and let it dry before you put it back into rotation.

If you’re trying to keep the outside looking as fresh as the inside, wipe the exterior down occasionally and park it somewhere safe when it’s not in use — a soft spot near your storage and packaging setup works well so it’s not getting knocked around.

FAQ

• Does this come with a bowl?

  Yes, it’s designed around a standard 18mm bowl piece, so you’re ready to go out of the box. If you ever want to change the feel or size of your hits, you can easily swap to any other 18mm slide you’ve got in your collection or pair it with something new from our general pipe selection.

• Is a 22-arm perc hard to pull through?

  Surprisingly, no. There’s more diffusion than a basic tree perc, but the arms are designed to keep the drag reasonable. As long as you don’t overfill the water, the pull feels smooth and open, not like you’re fighting the piece.

• How do I keep all those arms clean?

  Rinse it out often and don’t let dirty water sit. When it needs a real scrub, use isopropyl alcohol, give it a good shake, and rinse thoroughly. If you’re working with especially sticky material or ash, doing this more frequently will help your hits taste fresh and keep the perc looking sharp next to any clean concentrate jars you’ve got around.

• Will this tip over easily?

  The wide base gives it solid footing for a 12" bong, but it’s still glass, so treat it like something you’d be bummed to break. Putting it on a sturdy table and using a non-slip surface like a dedicated dab pad or tray cuts down on accidents when you’re passing it around or swapping bowls.

• Is this more of a daily driver or a special-occasion piece?

  It can absolutely be a daily driver if you like smoother, more refined hits and don’t mind basic upkeep. The build feels like a showpiece, but the size and joint style are super practical, especially if you’re already running other rigs or nectar collectors and want one main flower bong to live on the table.

• Can I use it with an ash catcher?

  Yes, as long as the ash catcher has an 18mm joint, it’ll slot right in. Just remember that adding extra glass and water can change the balance and drag, so go for a reasonably sized catcher that doesn’t overpower the 12" frame or stress the joint.

• Is this a good first “nice” bong?

  If you’ve only ever used super basic straight tubes or cheap pieces, this is a big step up in function. The 22-arm ratchet perc lets you really feel what upgraded diffusion does, and the 12" height keeps it manageable so you’re not overwhelmed. It’s a solid first high-end piece that you won’t outgrow quickly, and it pairs nicely with a clean work area built around quality parchment papers and other prep gear if you like to get your material ready before the sesh.