A box like no other: discretion, cleverness and freedom

At first glance, this little wooden box engraved with a wizard looks like something out of a fantasy novel. Yet it hides a very real, discreet and clever use.

This object, once very common among tobacco or dried herb lovers, is commonly called a “one-hitter box.”

It consists of two main parts: a compartment to store a bit of plant material, and a small metal pipe (often brass) that allows you to take a tiny amount to inhale. This pipe, designed for a single puff, was a quick, discreet and efficient way to consume a very small dose.

Very popular between the 70s and 90s, this one-hitter box was more than just an accessory. It was a symbol of freedom, independence, often associated with alternative movements, travel, and a simpler way of life.

Engraved, customized, handmade… it was often a cherished item, kept in a pocket or bag, like a little secret only the insiders knew about.