Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head gold antique

The Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head gold antique is a multi-hole head from the Vandenberg factory in Germany - handmade, in dark bronze antique glaze with shimmering gold speckles. The compact multi-hole head design with 6-hole star and smooth conical handle and the high-quality ceramic make it a classic representative of the Vandenberg family.

The antique gold glaze changes from deep anthracite bronze to antique gold and black accents - like an old, patinated bronze sculpture. Each head is unique in its speckles thanks to the reactive glaze process.

Design & workmanship: antique gold

The Vandenberg factory in Germany makes each head individually by hand. The glaze is in the so-called Reactive process applied - each batch produces different speckles and color gradients, no head is exactly the same as the other. This seals the ceramic completely: molasses residue can be easily wiped off and the clay does not absorb any juice residue.

The embossed V logo on the base marks every original Vandenberg head — not a replica, not a drop ship. The compact multi-hole head design with 6-hole star and smooth conical handle has been the Vandenberg trademark for years.

Technical highlights

• High-density ceramics from Germany: retains heat more efficiently than traditional sound — less carbon consumption, longer sessions.
• Reactive glaze in antique gold: Seals the surface completely, each batch with individual speckles.
• 6-hole star (multi-hole): Star-shaped multi-hole pattern for more homogeneous threading and classic multi-hole head behavior.
• Compact design with approx. 10-12 g depot: Fits multi-hole HMDs and classic aluminum foil/natural carbon setups.
• Smooth tapered stem: classic, slim multi-hole head silhouette.
• Made in Germany: hand-glazed and fired in the Vandenberg factory - each head is unique.
• V logo embossing on the foot: identifies each original Vandenberg head.

Scope of delivery

• 1× Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head in antique gold

Note: Hose, bowl, mouthpiece, charcoal plate and HMD are not included - you can put these together according to your taste.

More Vandenberg V3 color variants

The Vandenberg V3 line comes in several hand-glazed variants:

• Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head Ibiza – Mediterranean turquoise beige with a warm sand look.
• Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head midnight blue – deep midnight blue with bright ray accents.
• Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head Samoa – warm earth tones with purple-bronze speckles, tropical-earthy.

V3 multi-hole head vs. V1 Phunnel vs. V4 Mini

Vandenberg offers three current designs - each with its own character:

• V3 multi-hole head (this head): Compact design with 6-hole star and smooth handle, approx. 10-12 g depot. More airflow than the Phunnel, classic multi-hole pulling behavior. Works with HMDs as well as classic natural carbon setups.
• V1 Phunnel: the classic Vandenberg design with ribbed handle and central single hole. Larger depot (15-18 g), phunnel characteristics. Available in over 20 color variants - e.g. Morning dew or Zanzibar.
• V4 (mini) phunnel: the smaller, newer generation. More compact, especially good for short solo sessions.

Perfect setup for your Vandenberg

So that the Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head gold antique unfolds its full potential:

• HMD / Smokebox – classic multi-hole HMDs or aluminum foil setup for clean heat management.
• Natural charcoal 26 mm – ideal for Vandenberg ceramics, efficient heat release.
• Premium tobacco 200g – Darkblend, Virginia or pipe tobacco, depending on the character.
• Coal tongs – ergonomic handling on the hot coal plate.

Who is the Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head Gold Antique suitable for?

Vandenberg bowls are the choice for smokers who appreciate hand-made ceramics from Germany and are looking for a long-lasting premium product instead of replaceable mass-produced products. The V3 multi-hole head is suitable for classic multi-hole setups, aluminum foil or natural carbon sessions, also a nice choice for beginners who are looking for classic multi-hole head behavior.

The gold antique glaze makes it an expressive choice for setups with a dark or earthy character - it combines particularly well with stainless steel or carbon columns.

Care & Cleaning

The reactive glaze seals the ceramic completely - after each session, a quick wipe with warm water, if necessary with a little dishwashing liquid, is sufficient. If there are stuck tobacco residues, soak them briefly, then pull them through with a barrel brush.

If you use it intensively, we recommend rinsing thoroughly every few sessions - the ceramic itself is long-term stable and can easily withstand hundreds of sessions. Important: no dishwasher and no aggressive cleaners - these damage the reactive glaze.

That's why the Vandenberg V3 multi-hole head gold antique is the right choice

• Made in Germany: handmade in the Vandenberg factory, each head is unique.
• Reactive glaze antique gold: unique mottling per batch, sealed surface.
• High density ceramic: efficient heat storage, less coal consumption.
• Classic multi-hole pull profile: works with HMDs and classic aluminum foil.
• V logo embossing: marks each original Vandenberg head — not a replica.