Hornet
Hornet is a rolling paper and accessory brand carried by Vapestore Direct. The collection currently runs to a single line, Hornet King Size Slim Rasta Rolling Papers at £0.99, which is showing as out of stock at the time of writing.
King size slim is the size most regular rollers eventually settle on. The leaf is long enough for a full roll without doubling papers up, yet narrow enough that you are not burning excess paper along the way. It is also the format most pre-rolled cones are built around, so moving between papers and cones feels consistent rather than like starting again.
King size slim papers explained
What the size actually means
King size papers run to roughly 110mm long. The slim version keeps that length while cutting the width to around 44mm, against the 55mm or so of a standard king size leaf. Less paper in the roll means less paper taste and a slower, steadier burn. The trade off is that a narrow leaf is less forgiving while you are learning, because there is little margin if the roll starts to run off line.
The Rasta design
Rasta in the product name refers to the red, gold and green colourway printed on the booklet rather than to any difference in the paper itself. Brands frequently run the same paper stock under several cover designs, so treat the artwork as a way of telling packs apart in a drawer rather than as a specification.
Choosing a paper weight
Papers are usually made from wood pulp, hemp or rice. Rice papers are the thinnest and the slowest burning, which suits an unhurried smoke but asks more of your technique. Hemp papers give more grip against the fingers and hold their shape well. Wood pulp is the most forgiving of the three. Paper weight is measured in grams per square metre and lighter stock leaves less ash behind.
Tips, filters and cones
A card tip does three jobs at once. It stops material pulling through as you draw, keeps the end open as the roll burns down and gives the mouth end something firm to shape around. Pre-rolled tips are quicker to use while tip books let you set your own diameter. Pre-rolled cones in king size slim take the rolling out entirely and use the same tips.
Rolling with a slim leaf
Work on a flat tray so the paper does not curl away from you. Load the material evenly along the length rather than heaping it in the middle. Shape it with your thumbs until the line is even, tuck the near edge under and roll upwards with steady pressure. Lick the gum line lightly. Too much moisture will make a slim leaf tear as you seal it.
Storing papers
Keep booklets flat, dry and out of direct sun. Moisture ruins the gum line while heat dries it out, so a tin or a rolling box is a far better home than a jacket pocket. A booklet that has gone soft will still roll but the seal will not hold as well.
Age restrictions and buying
Rolling papers are sold to adults aged 18 and over only. Orders are age verified before dispatch and we may ask for identification.
Delivery and support
UK delivery is free on orders over £20 and orders are dispatched quickly on working days. If you want to know when Hornet papers are back or would like a suggestion for an equivalent king size slim leaf, the team is on 07827 210361 between 8.30am and 4.00pm.
Hornet paper questions answered
What size are Hornet King Size Slim papers?
King size papers are roughly 110mm long. The slim version keeps that length while narrowing the leaf to around 44mm, compared with about 55mm on a standard king size paper. The result is a full length roll with less paper burning, which gives a slower and cleaner tasting draw.
What does Rasta mean on the pack?
It refers to the red, gold and green colourway printed on the booklet. It describes the artwork rather than the paper itself, so a Rasta booklet from a given range uses the same paper stock as the other cover designs in that range. It is a useful way of telling packs apart in a drawer.
Are king size slim papers better than regular papers?
They are different rather than better. King size slim gives a longer roll with less paper in it, which most experienced rollers prefer. Regular papers are shorter and wider, which makes them easier to handle while you are learning and better suited to a smaller roll. Many people keep both sizes to hand.
Do I need tips with king size slim papers?
Most people use them. A tip keeps the mouth end open as the roll burns down, stops loose material pulling through and gives a slim leaf the structure it needs to hold a round shape. Card tip books let you set the diameter yourself while pre-rolled tips are faster.
Are Hornet papers in stock?
Hornet King Size Slim Rasta Rolling Papers were showing as out of stock when this page was published. Paper lines restock regularly, so check the collection page for the live position. The team can also suggest an equivalent king size slim leaf on 07827 210361 between 8.30am and 4.00pm.
How should I store rolling papers?
Keep them flat, dry and away from direct heat. Damp destroys the gum line so the leaves will not seal, while heat dries the gum out until it stops sticking altogether. A tin or a rolling box protects the booklet from both and stops the leaves creasing in a pocket.