Puffco Pine Drop: Proxy Core Kit & Hot Knife
At a Glance
Puffco dropped Pine in late August 2026, a deep matte green across the Proxy Core Kit and the next-generation Hot Knife. Angies Boutique stocks both, plus a Pine bundle of the two at $284.99 — $25 under Puffco's $310 set price. Bought separately the pair runs $294.98, so the bundle is the cheaper route.
What You Need to Know
One compatibility rule decides whether this drop works for you. Proxy Core only fits the new Bluetooth-enabled Proxy base. If you own the original non-app Proxy, the Core Cup will not fit it, and no adapter changes that. The Kit on this page includes the correct base, so buying the Kit sidesteps the problem entirely.
What Actually Dropped
Pine is a colorway, not new hardware. The Proxy Core launched in March 2026 alongside the redesigned Hot Knife, both in Onyx and Haze. Pine is the green addition to that lineup, and it landed across the Proxy family — Core Kit, Proxy Pipe, and the Hot Knife.
| Option | Angies Boutique | Puffco | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proxy Core Kit — Pine | $234.99 | $250 | $15 |
| Hot Knife — Pine | $59.99 | $60 | $1 |
| Both, bought separately | $294.98 | $310 set | $15 |
| Pine Bundle — both pieces | $284.99 | $310 set | $25 |
The bundle is the cheapest way to get both. It undercuts buying them separately here by $9.99, and Puffco's own set by $25. Bundle quantities are limited — if Pine sells out, the two pieces are stocked individually.
Section recap: Pine is a colorway across the Proxy line. The Pine bundle at $284.99 is the cheapest route to both pieces, $25 under Puffco's set price.
What Comes in the Proxy Core Kit
Five pieces, and the box contents matter because one of them is a decoy.
- Proxy Base — the Bluetooth-enabled unit, covered by a 2-year Puffco warranty
- Core Cup — anodized aluminum with a silicone foot
- Core Mouthpiece — silicone
- Terp Pearls (×3) — ceramic
- Joystick Cap — and this one does not work with Core. It ships for use with other pieces in the Proxy Collection. Set it aside.
Section recap: Base, Core Cup, Core Mouthpiece, three terp pearls, and a Joystick Cap that Core cannot use.
Why Core Hits Differently
Core replaces glass with an aluminum cup, and the engineering behind that swap is the reason to care.
- Nothing breakable. No glass anywhere in the airpath. This is the Proxy you can put in a bag without thinking about it.
- The cup stays cool. Air flows only through the 3D Chamber and mouthpiece — it never touches the cup. All the heat stays in the chamber inside the base.
- Impact airpath. Core spins the air inside the 3D Chamber, which drives the terp pearl and produces the rumble people describe on the inhale.
- Taller 3D Chamber. The deeper chamber reduces splash-out and holds onto more terpenes.
- 15 dabs per charge over USB-C.
The terp pearl is optional but it is where the design pays off. Puffco specifies 3mm to 5mm pearls, with 4mm ideal — three ceramic pearls come in the box.
Section recap: Glass-free, cup stays cool because air never passes through it, and the impact airpath spins the terp pearl for flavor.
The Compatibility Catch
Worth stating twice because it drives most Proxy Core returns. Core fits only the new Bluetooth-enabled Proxy base. The original Proxy, the one without app connectivity, is not compatible — and there is no adapter for it.
Two paths depending on what you own:
- You own the new app-enabled Proxy: buy the Proxy Core accessory at $49.99 and keep your base.
- You own the original Proxy, or nothing yet: buy the Proxy Core Kit at $234.99, which includes the correct base.
Unsure which Proxy you have? If it pairs with the Puffco Connect app, it is the new one. Our New Proxy vs Original Proxy guide walks through the visual differences.
Section recap: Core needs the app-enabled Proxy base. Own that already and the $49.99 accessory is enough; otherwise buy the Kit.
The Hot Knife in Pine
The redesigned Hot Knife arrived in March 2026 and Pine is its newest finish. It is a cordless heated loading tool with a ceramic tip — it warms concentrate enough to release cleanly off the blade, so cold sticky material stops fighting you and stops ending up on the rim of the chamber.
Two practical notes. It carries the same 2-year Puffco warranty as the Proxy base. And no USB-C cable ships in the box — use any cable you already own.
It pairs with any rig, not just Proxy. We ranked it against seven competitors in our best electric dab tools of 2026 roundup.
Section recap: Ceramic-tipped cordless loading tool, $59.99, 2-year warranty, and no charging cable in the box.
Cleaning Pine Without Ruining It
One rule separates a Core that lasts from one that pits:
- Mouthpiece and terp pearls: soak in 90%+ isopropyl. Both are fine submerged.
- Core Cup: never soak it. Spot clean with isopropyl only. The cup is anodized aluminum and soaking attacks the finish.
- 3D Chamber: swab it warm after each session, the way you would any ceramic chamber.
Section recap: Soak the mouthpiece and pearls. Spot clean the aluminum cup and never submerge it.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying Core for an original non-app Proxy — it does not fit and no adapter exists
- Trying to use the included Joystick Cap on Core
- Soaking the anodized Core Cup in isopropyl
- Expecting a charging cable in the Hot Knife box
- Using terp pearls outside the 3mm to 5mm range
- Assuming Pine is a hardware revision rather than a finish
Section recap: The two costly errors are buying Core for the wrong base and soaking the aluminum cup.
Bottom Line
Pine is the best-looking finish Puffco has put on the Proxy line, and the Core Kit is the version of the Proxy that survives being carried around. At $234.99 the Kit is $15 under Puffco's own price, the Hot Knife matches at $59.99, and the Pine bundle at $284.99 takes $25 off Puffco's set. All three are in stock and shipping from Downtown Los Angeles.
What to Do Next
Want both? The Pine Bundle at $284.99 is the best value on this page. Individually, the Proxy Core Kit in Pine is $234.99 with the app-enabled base included, and the Hot Knife in Pine is $59.99. Already own the new Proxy? The Core accessory alone is $49.99. New to Core, start with our step-by-step Core Kit guide, or read the full Proxy Core review if you are still deciding. Browse the Puffco collection for the rest of the range, and see Puffco's Pine collection for the full lineup. Walk-ins welcome at 838 N Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles.
Common Questions
When did the Puffco Pine colorway come out?
Pine dropped in late August 2026 across the Proxy family, covering the Proxy Core Kit, the Proxy Pipe, and the next-generation Hot Knife. It is a finish rather than a hardware revision — the Proxy Core and redesigned Hot Knife themselves launched in March 2026 in Onyx and Haze. Angies Boutique received Pine stock on September 2, 2026, with 15 Core Kits and 20 Hot Knives.
How much is the Puffco Proxy Core Kit in Pine?
$234.99 at Angies Boutique, against a $250 MSRP on Puffco's own site. The Hot Knife in Pine is $59.99, matching Puffco's $60. Bought separately the pair comes to $294.98, but the Pine bundle of both pieces is $284.99 — $25 below the $310 Puffco charges for the same two items as a set.
Is there a Puffco Pine bundle with the Proxy Core Kit and Hot Knife?
Yes. Angies Boutique stocks a Pine bundle pairing the Proxy Core Kit with the Hot Knife for $284.99. That is $9.99 less than buying the two separately here at $294.98, and $25 less than Puffco's own $310 set price. Contents match the individual products — Proxy Base, Core Cup, Core Mouthpiece, three ceramic terp pearls, Joystick Cap, and the Hot Knife. Bundle stock is limited.
Does Proxy Core work with the original Puffco Proxy?
No. Proxy Core is compatible only with the new Bluetooth-enabled Proxy base that pairs with the Puffco Connect app. The original non-app Proxy will not accept the Core Cup, and no adapter exists to bridge them. If you own the original Proxy, the Proxy Core Kit at $234.99 includes the correct base. If you already own the app-enabled Proxy, the Core accessory alone is $49.99.
What comes in the Puffco Proxy Core Kit?
Five items: the Proxy Base, the Core Cup, the Core Mouthpiece, three ceramic terp pearls, and a Joystick Cap. Worth knowing that the Joystick Cap does not work with Core — it is included for use with other pieces in the Proxy Collection. The Proxy base carries a two-year Puffco warranty, and the kit delivers up to 15 dabs per charge over USB-C.
Does the Proxy Core cup get hot?
No. The airpath runs only through the 3D Chamber and the mouthpiece and never passes through the cup itself, so the cup stays comfortable in hand. All heat is generated by the ceramic 3D Chamber inside the Proxy base. The cup is anodized aluminum with a silicone foot, which is also why it should be spot cleaned with isopropyl rather than soaked.
