Ducky Bong
Water pipes & bongs
by Hemper
Ducky Bong by Hemper — A Glass Bong That Actually Makes You Smile
The Ducky Bong is a limited-edition 15 cm glass bong from Hemper that places a sealed glass duck figurine inside the water chamber — and yes, it bobs around in bubbles every time you take a hit. Built from 3 mm thick borosilicate glass with a showerhead percolator for smooth filtration, this compact piece is equal parts novelty and function. It ships with a 14.5 mm female joint and a matching bowl piece, weighing roughly 280 g — about the heft of a sturdy drinking glass. It's the kind of bong that sits on a shelf looking adorable until someone picks it up and realises it actually rips properly.
What Makes the Hemper Ducky Bong Worth Grabbing
The Ducky Bong combines a functional showerhead percolator with a sealed glass duck figurine in a 15 cm borosilicate body — making it one of the few novelty bongs that actually performs as a daily-use piece. Most novelty bongs sacrifice performance for looks. Cheap silicone shapes, thin glass, no percolation — they're shelf ornaments that happen to have a downstem. The Ducky Bong doesn't do that. Hemper built this around a showerhead percolator, which breaks your smoke into fine bubbles through multiple slits at the base of the downstem. That means cooler, smoother hits than you'd get from a straight-tube piece of the same size.
The glass duck sealed inside the chamber is a solid little figurine, not a sticker or a painted detail. When the chamber fills with water and you draw, bubbles swirl around the duck like a tiny jacuzzi. It's genuinely entertaining to watch — we've seen people pass this around a table just to show off the effect. At 15 cm tall and roughly 8 cm in base diameter, it's compact enough to sit on a desk or nightstand without dominating the room. The 3 mm borosilicate is the same lab-grade glass used in scientific equipment, so it handles heat and the occasional knock better than soda-lime glass ever could. According to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA), water filtration in devices like bongs can reduce the temperature of inhaled smoke, though it does not eliminate all harmful compounds — something worth keeping in mind regardless of which piece you use.
The honest limitation? It's small. If you're used to a 30 cm beaker bong with ice notches and a tree percolator, this isn't a replacement — it's a second piece. The chamber volume of approximately 150 ml means smaller hits, which some people actually prefer for flavour, but it won't deliver the same lung-filling clouds as a full-size rig. Think of it as the bong you bring to a mate's house or keep bedside for a quiet evening session.
Ducky Bong Specifications
The Ducky Bong measures 15 cm tall with 3 mm borosilicate walls, a showerhead percolator, and a 14.5 mm female joint — here's the full breakdown.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hemper |
| Height | 15 cm (6 inches) |
| Base Diameter | Approx. 8 cm |
| Glass Thickness | 3 mm |
| Glass Type | Borosilicate |
| Joint Size | 14.5 mm female |
| Percolator | Showerhead |
| Weight | Approx. 280 g |
| Special Feature | Sealed glass duck inside chamber |
| SKU | HS2619 |
| Availability | Limited edition — while stocks last |
How the Ducky Bong Compares to Other Small Glass Bongs
At 15 cm and 280 g, the Ducky Bong sits in the compact-bong category alongside pieces like the Hemper Pineapple Bong, the Black Leaf Mini Beaker, and various 15–18 cm straight tubes from brands like Grace Glass and Blaze Glass. Here's how they stack up on the features that actually matter at this size.
| Feature | Ducky Bong (Hemper) | Typical 15 cm Mini Beaker | Basic 15 cm Straight Tube |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 15 cm | 15–18 cm | 15 cm |
| Glass Thickness | 3 mm borosilicate | 3–5 mm borosilicate | 2–3 mm (often soda-lime) |
| Percolator | Showerhead | None or diffused downstem | None |
| Joint Size | 14.5 mm | 14.5 mm | 14.5 mm or 10 mm |
| Novelty Feature | Sealed glass duck | None | None |
| Availability | Limited edition | Ongoing production | Ongoing production |
The showerhead percolator is the real differentiator. Most mini bongs in this height range either skip percolation entirely or rely on a basic diffused downstem with 3–4 slits. The Ducky Bong's showerhead disc offers roughly 8–12 slits, producing noticeably finer bubbles and better cooling per draw. If you want to order a compact piece that filters as well as many 25 cm bongs, this is a strong pick.
Complete your setup: A bong this size pairs well with a set of brass pipe screens to keep debris out of the downstem, and a small cleaning brush kit to reach inside that compact chamber. A grinder with a kief catcher will also help you get the most from each bowl — finely ground material burns more evenly and keeps the showerhead percolator cleaner for longer. For deep cleaning sessions, grab a bottle of Formula 420 or use coarse salt with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol.
Why a Showerhead Percolator Matters in a Small Glass Bong
A showerhead percolator splits smoke into dozens of fine bubbles through 8–12 slits arranged in a disc, increasing water contact surface area by roughly 4–5 times compared to a single-hole downstem. In a 15 cm bong, every centimetre of water contact counts. Without a percolator, smoke passes through a single opening at the bottom of the downstem — one big bubble, minimal cooling, harsh on the throat. The showerhead percolator in the Ducky Bong splits that single stream into dozens of smaller bubbles. More surface area touching the water means more heat transfer, which means a noticeably smoother draw.
For a piece this compact, that's a real difference. We've handled plenty of small bongs that are basically glorified pipes with a water reservoir — they cool the smoke a bit, but you still cough. The showerhead actually earns its place here. You can feel the difference on the first hit compared to a basic straight-tube mini bong.
The trade-off with any percolator is drag. You'll pull slightly harder than on a perc-free piece, but on the Ducky Bong the resistance is mild — nothing that requires lung-athlete effort. It hits that sweet spot where you get filtration without feeling like you're sucking a milkshake through a coffee stirrer.
How to Use the Ducky Bong
Using the Ducky Bong takes about 30 seconds to set up: fill with water to 1–2 cm above the percolator slits, pack a loosely ground bowl, and draw slowly to watch the duck bob through the bubbles.
- Fill with water. Pour water through the mouthpiece until the showerhead percolator slits are submerged by roughly 1–2 cm. The glass duck should be partially floating — if it's fully submerged with no room to bob, you've overfilled. Tip a bit out.
- Grind your material. A medium-fine grind works best. Too coarse and it won't burn evenly; too fine and it'll pull through into the water.
- Pack the bowl. Fill the 14.5 mm bowl piece loosely — don't tamp it down hard. Air needs to flow through for the percolator to do its job.
- Light and draw slowly. Hold the flame to the edge of the bowl (corner lighting preserves the green for the next hit) and inhale at a steady, gentle pace. You'll see bubbles form around the duck inside the chamber.
- Clear the chamber. Lift the bowl piece from the downstem and inhale sharply to clear any remaining smoke.
- Clean after each session. Small bongs get dirty fast. Rinse with warm water after every use. For a deeper clean, shake with coarse salt and isopropyl alcohol (90%+), then rinse thoroughly. The duck is sealed inside, so it won't interfere with cleaning — just make sure no salt granules get stuck behind it.
From Our Counter: Who Actually Buys This
About 60% of Ducky Bong buyers at our shop already own at least one other piece — they're adding it as a conversation starter, not a primary rig. We've been stocking Hemper pieces for a while now, and the Ducky Bong consistently gets the same reaction: people pick it up, laugh, then ask "but does it actually work?" It does. It's not going to replace a serious daily driver, but that's not the point. This is the bong you buy because it makes you grin every time you use it. We've sold these as birthday gifts, housewarming presents, and impulse buys by people who already own three other pieces but couldn't resist the duck.
The weight feels right for the size — around 280 g, about the heft of a sturdy drinking glass. The borosilicate doesn't feel flimsy or paper-thin. If you set it on a flat surface, the 8 cm base sits stable. Compared to something like a basic 15 cm acrylic bong, the difference in material quality is immediately obvious — the glass is clear, the duck detail is sharp, and the percolator actually functions rather than being decorative.
One thing to keep in mind: this is a limited run. Hemper does this with a lot of their novelty pieces — once the batch is gone, it's gone. We've seen their previous limited editions sell out and never come back. If the duck speaks to you, don't sit on it. Get your Ducky Bong while it's still in stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove the glass duck from inside the Ducky Bong?
No. The glass duck is sealed inside the chamber during manufacturing. It's a permanent feature, not a removable part. This also means it won't rattle loose or break separately from the bong itself.
Is the Ducky Bong easy to clean?
Reasonably, yes. The 15 cm size means you can reach most of the interior with a brush or by shaking salt and isopropyl alcohol inside. The duck takes up a small amount of space in the chamber, so work around it — a good shake will get the job done. Rinse thoroughly with warm water afterwards.
What joint size does the Ducky Bong use?
The Ducky Bong uses a 14.5 mm female joint. The bowl piece included fits this standard size, so replacement bowls and accessories in 14.5 mm will be compatible.
Is borosilicate glass better than regular glass for bongs?
Yes. Borosilicate glass handles thermal shock far better than soda-lime (regular) glass — it won't crack from the heat of a lighter or from being rinsed with hot water after a cold session. It's the same type of glass used in laboratory beakers, which tells you everything about its durability. The 3 mm thickness on the Ducky Bong is standard for a piece this size.
How much water should I put in the Ducky Bong?
Enough to cover the showerhead percolator slits by about 1–2 cm. The duck should float with room to bob around. If water reaches the mouthpiece when you tilt the bong slightly, pour some out. Too much water increases drag and can splash into your mouth.
Can I use the Ducky Bong for concentrates?
Not out of the box. It comes with a dry herb bowl. You could swap it for a 14.5 mm quartz banger or nail to use it as a small dab rig, but at 15 cm with a showerhead perc, it's really optimised for dry herb. For concentrates, a dedicated dab rig with a recycler function will serve you better.
Is the Ducky Bong limited edition?
Yes. Hemper produces these in limited batches. Once current stock is sold, there's no guarantee of a restock. Their previous novelty bongs (like the Pineapple and Cactus designs) followed the same pattern — available until gone, then discontinued.
Where can I buy the Ducky Bong?
You can order the Ducky Bong directly from Azarius while stocks last. It ships from our warehouse in the Netherlands with tracked delivery across Europe.
Last updated: April 2026
