RAW Guide: Classic, Black & Black Organic Hemp Compared
Nick Will
RAW stands for unbleached papers, individual formats, and accessories with a natural aesthetic. At Skunaby, you’ll find RAW Classic, RAW Black Classic, RAW Black Organic Hemp, practical combi-packs, paper rolls, and selected tools made of wood and metal.
But which RAW papers suit your setup? This guide shows you the differences between Classic, Black, and Black Organic Hemp, explains the advantage of rolls, and helps you assemble your RAW setup to match your style.
RAW at Skunaby: More than just classic papers
The RAW Collection combines three paper variants with flexible format options and matching accessories. This allows you to choose a classic daily setup, opt for a particularly fine variant, or consciously customize your setup with organic hemp papers, a wooden tray, and a grinder.
The most important question is not which RAW paper is generally the best. What matters is which material, paper thickness, and format suit your personal handling style.
RAW Classic, Black & Black Organic Hemp compared
The three RAW variants differ primarily in paper character, material, and how they integrate into your setup. This overview will help you get started:
| Variant | Character | Suitable for you if… |
|---|---|---|
| RAW Classic | Classic, unbleached and balanced | you are looking for an uncomplicated RAW paper for everyday use. |
| RAW Black Classic | Particularly fine and minimalist | you prefer a lighter paper with clear RAW aesthetics. |
| RAW Black Organic Hemp | Fine paper based on unrefined hemp | a natural material choice is particularly important to you. |
If you want to compare paper types and formats across brands, you'll find additional guidance in our Papers Guide.
RAW Classic Papers: the uncomplicated starting point
RAW Classic Papers are the classic choice for a simple, natural setup. They are well-suited if you are looking for a proven King Size Slim paper and want to remain flexible with your filter choice.
Solo papers give you the freedom to choose classic tips or activated carbon filters according to your personal preference. This makes RAW Classic a good starting point for anyone who wants to assemble their own setup.
If you prefer to have paper and matching tips directly in one booklet, the RAW Classic Papers + Filter Combi-Pack is the more practical choice.
RAW Black Classic Papers: particularly fine and clear
RAW Black Classic Papers are the particularly fine variant within the RAW selection at Skunaby. They suit a minimalist setup and are aimed at those who consciously prefer a light King Size Slim paper.
Due to the fine paper, a calm, clean handling during rolling is recommended. If you have been using RAW Classic and want to try a finer alternative, RAW Black Classic is the obvious next step.
RAW Black Organic Hemp: fine paper with organic hemp
RAW Black Organic Hemp Papers combine the fine Black line with unrefined hemp as the base material. They are interesting for anyone who consciously wants to use a natural, unbleached paper variant.
The choice between Black Classic and Black Organic Hemp is not a question of right or wrong: Black Classic is the fine classic variant, while Black Organic Hemp takes a similar direction with a clear hemp base. Try out which material and handling feel more harmonious for your setup.
Solo papers or RAW Papers + Tips?
Whether you buy papers individually or as a combi-pack depends primarily on how much freedom you want in designing your setup.
Solo Papers
You freely combine your paper with your preferred tips or activated carbon filters. This is ideal if you want to test different formats or customize your setup.
Papers + Tips
Paper and matching filter tips are directly together in one booklet. This is practical for on-the-go and for anyone who wants to complement their setup without additional searching.
The RAW Classic Papers + Filter Combi-Pack brings 32 King Size Slim papers and 32 matching tips directly together.
RAW Paper Rolls: you determine the length
With RAW Classic Paper Rolls, you are not bound to the fixed length of a booklet. You cut off exactly the amount that suits your desired format.
Rolls are particularly useful if you like to vary or consciously determine your paper length yourself. For a fixed, recurring King Size Slim setup, a classic booklet is often the more straightforward choice. For more flexibility, however, the RAW Roll offers you greater leeway.
The RAW Setup: Tray, Storage & Grinder
RAW at Skunaby doesn't end with papers. With the right accessories, individual products become a tidy, functional setup for home.
RAW Wooden Rolling Tray
The acacia wood tray creates a solid surface for papers, filters, and accessories and brings a warm, natural aesthetic to the setup.
View RAW Wooden Rolling Tray →RAW Slide Box Acacia Wood
The Slide Box keeps smaller setup components in one place and complements the wooden aesthetic of the RAW Tray perfectly.
Discover RAW Storage →RAW x HAMMERCRAFT Grinder
The RAW x HAMMERCRAFT Grinders complement your setup with a functional, brand-typical preparation step.
Discover RAW Grinders →Conclusion: Which RAW paper suits your style?
RAW Classic is the right choice for a classic, uncomplicated setup. RAW Black Classic is aimed at those who prefer particularly fine paper. With RAW Black Organic Hemp, you choose a fine, unbleached variant based on hemp.
Supplement your paper with tips, choose a RAW Roll for more freedom in format, or expand your setup with a Wooden Tray, Slide Box, and RAW x HAMMERCRAFT Grinder.
Frequently Asked Questions about RAW
What is the difference between RAW Classic and RAW Black Classic?
RAW Classic is the classic, unbleached all-round variant. RAW Black Classic is particularly fine and suits a minimalist setup. Which variant fits better depends primarily on your preferred paper feel and handling.
What does RAW Black Organic Hemp mean?
RAW Black Organic Hemp combines the fine Black line with unrefined hemp as the base material. This variant is unbleached and is aimed at those who value a natural hemp option for their paper.
Are RAW Papers + Tips or Solo Papers better?
A combi-pack is practical if you want papers and matching tips directly together. Solo papers are the better choice if you want to freely combine tips or activated carbon filters and customize your setup.
When are RAW Paper Rolls worth it?
RAW Paper Rolls are worthwhile if you want to determine the length of your paper yourself. For a fixed King Size Slim format, a booklet is usually faster and simpler.
What RAW accessories can I find at Skunaby?
At Skunaby, you'll find RAW Wooden Rolling Trays, RAW Slide Boxes made of acacia wood, and RAW x HAMMERCRAFT Grinders. These complement papers and rolls to create a complete, tidy setup.