Lighters & torches
by Clipper
The Clipper Classic Weed lighter is a refillable, re-flintable butane lighter made from recycled materials, featuring one of several cannabis-themed designs from the iconic Spanish brand. Over one billion disposable lighters get tossed into landfill every year worldwide. Every Clipper you refill instead of bin is one fewer piece of plastic clogging up the planet. That alone makes it worth the couple of quid — but it also happens to be genuinely good at its job.
Clipper has been manufacturing lighters in Barcelona since 1972. The design hasn't changed much because it didn't need to. The oval body sits naturally between thumb and forefinger, the flint wheel sparks reliably, and the removable flint system doubles as a tamping tool — which is exactly why you'll spot these behind every coffee shop counter in Amsterdam. We've stocked Clippers for years, and they outsell disposables by a comfortable margin. People buy one, refill it, and come back for a different design. That's the whole business model, and it works.
Each Clipper Classic Weed lighter ships with a full charge of isobutane gas and a fresh flint installed. The design you receive is randomly selected from the weed-themed collection — think leaf motifs, cannabis culture graphics, and the usual Clipper wit. If you order more than one, the warehouse team does its best to send you a varied mix, but specific designs can't be guaranteed. All Clippers are sold individually.
The lighter itself weighs next to nothing — maybe 20 grams empty — but it feels solid enough in the hand. The plastic body has a slight texture to it, not slippery like a cheap disposable. The flame is a standard soft flame, adjustable via a small dial at the base. Pull the flint wheel housing straight up and you've got a poker tool built right into the lighter — handy for tamping down a bowl or clearing a clogged cone.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Clipper |
| Model | Classic Weed |
| SKU | HS0146 |
| Fuel type | Isobutane (refillable) |
| Flame type | Soft flame (adjustable) |
| Flint | Replaceable (removable housing) |
| Body material | Recycled plastic (nylon) |
| Origin | Barcelona, Spain |
| Sold as | 1 lighter (design selected randomly) |
Complete your setup: grab a can of Clipper butane gas to keep this lighter running indefinitely, and a pack of replacement Clipper flints so you never have to reach for a disposable again. If you're rolling rather than packing, a set of king-size rolling papers and filter tips pairs nicely.
Here's the maths. A disposable lighter gives you roughly 1,000 to 1,500 lights before it's empty and headed for landfill. A single Clipper, refilled regularly, can last years. We've had customers in the shop show us Clippers they've been using for five or six years straight — same body, just fresh gas and the occasional flint swap. The recycled nylon body doesn't crack or yellow the way cheap ABS plastic does.
The environmental angle isn't greenwash either. Clipper's factory in Barcelona runs a closed-loop manufacturing process using recycled materials. When you refill instead of replace, you're keeping plastic out of waste streams. With over a billion lighters discarded globally each year, that's not a trivial gesture. It's a small, repeatable act that actually adds up.
The one honest limitation: the soft flame isn't windproof. If you're lighting up outdoors on a breezy Dutch afternoon, you'll need to cup your hand around it. For windy conditions, a jet flame lighter or a Clipper with a jet flame insert would serve you better. But for indoor use, rolling sessions, and general day-to-day sparking, the classic soft flame is all you need.
| Feature | Clipper Classic | Bic Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Refillable | Yes | No |
| Re-flintable | Yes (removable housing) | No |
| Recycled materials | Yes | No |
| Built-in poker tool | Yes | No |
| Flame type | Soft flame, adjustable | Soft flame, fixed |
| Child safety | Isobutane self-extinguishing valve | Child-resistant mechanism |
| Lifespan | Years (with refills) | Single use (~1,500 lights) |
Both are reliable lighters, and we carry both. The Bic is a workhorse — it sparks every time and costs next to nothing. But it's a one-and-done product. The Clipper costs about the same upfront and then keeps going as long as you feed it gas and flints. If you care about waste (and your wallet over time), the Clipper is the obvious pick. The removable flint housing as a poker tool is a genuine bonus that Bic simply doesn't offer.
No — designs are selected randomly from the current weed-themed collection. If you order more than one, the warehouse picks a varied mix, but specific designs cannot be guaranteed.
There is no set limit. The valve and body are designed for repeated refills over years of use. Replace the flint as needed and keep topping up the butane — the lighter itself doesn't wear out under normal use.
The removable flint housing doubles as a tamping and poking tool, which is genuinely useful for packing bowls or clearing cones. The round base also lets you press down on rolling papers. These two features make it a favourite in coffee shops across Amsterdam.
Clipper uses an isobutane gas system with a self-extinguishing safety valve — release the lever and the flame cuts out immediately. The round body also prevents it from rolling off surfaces as easily as flat-sided lighters. Keep it away from heat sources and direct sunlight, as with any pressurised lighter.
Any standard refined butane canister with a universal nozzle works. Clipper sells its own branded refill cans, but third-party isobutane works just as well. Avoid cheap unrefined butane — impurities can clog the valve over time.
No. The Classic produces a soft flame, which is not windproof. For outdoor use in breezy conditions, consider a jet flame lighter or a Clipper model with a jet flame insert. The soft flame is reliable for indoor and sheltered use.
Last updated: April 2026
