The difference between good hash and exceptional hash comes down to the details. Every step matters—from selecting premium starting material to the meticulous collection of those resin-rich trichomes. Components of ice water extraction that normally get all the attention include wash vessels and filter bags, but the humble tool used to gather those resinous treasures from the final collection screen is frequently overlooked. 

The Press Club's new Hash Collection Spoon offers hash makers a purpose-built implement designed specifically for the delicate art of trichome collection.

Ice water extraction, commonly known as washing hash, has become the gold standard for solventless enthusiasts seeking to preserve the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes. This method relies on ice, water, agitation, and a series of sieving bags to separate trichome heads from plant material. But once those trichomes settle onto the collection screen, how you gather them can significantly impact your final product's quality and yield.

The Role of Tools in Solventless Extraction

The beauty of bubble hash lies in its purity—a concentrate composed almost entirely of intact trichome heads, carefully separated through the gentle ice water process. As these resinous glands settle onto the fine mesh of collection bags, they form delicate layers that require proper handling during collection.

This final step demands precision and thoughtfulness equal to every other part of the process. After investing hours in preparation, washing, and filtering, compromising on collection tools can undermine all your previous efforts. Yet many hash makers still resort to repurposed kitchen spoons, credit cards, or makeshift implements that risk damaging trichomes, leaving valuable resin behind, or introducing contaminants.

Common kitchen spoons typically feature edges too thick or blunt for effective collection, while their shallow bowls require multiple passes to gather material. Plastic cards can leave microscopic shavings behind, while improvised tools rarely provide the temperature stability needed to maintain the ice cold temperatures needed throughout the process.

Meet the The Press Club's Hash Collection Spoon

Crafted from XL 304 stainless steel at an extra-thick 0.25mm, this collection tool offers the durability required for daily use in busy hash rooms. The food-grade stainless construction keeps the tool colder longer than alternatives, maintaining the crucial low temperatures that prevent premature trichome rupture during collection.

The spoon's carefully designed beveled edge slides smoothly across collection screens, gathering trichomes without damaging the mesh or leaving resin behind. Its deeper bowl significantly increases capacity, reducing the number of passes needed and minimizing oxidation exposure. 

A convenient hang hole allows for proper storage between uses, while the polished mirror finish makes cleaning simple—crucial for preventing cross-contamination between batches.

Why It Matters for Hash Makers

Designed by active extractors who understand the practical challenges of hash making, this tool addresses pain points that only become apparent through hands-on experience. The result is noticeably improved efficiency, reduced product loss, and ultimately higher yields of pristine quality hash.

Summary

When producing artisanal solventless extracts, every detail matters—from genetics to grow conditions, wash parameters to drying techniques. The Hash Collection Spoon acknowledges that proper collection deserves the same attention as every other step in the process. By providing hash makers with a tool engineered specifically for this crucial task, The Press Club continues their tradition of elevating solventless extraction through thoughtful innovation.

Ready to upgrade your hash making toolkit? Experience the difference purpose-built tools make by adding the Hash Collection Spoon to your lab - because exceptional hash deserves exceptional tools.

Pickup your hash collection spoon here. 

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