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The "Imperial" (Di Wang) Premium Large-Stature Lion Head Pair | 45.0mm x 43.0mm | DW-1102
The "Imperial" (Di Wang) Premium Large-Stature Lion Head Pair | 45.0mm x 43.0mm | DW-1102
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This listing features the exact pair of walnuts shown in the photos. Stock ID DW-1102 is a naturally hand-matched, collector-grade pair of traditional "Imperial" (Di Wang Lion Head) walnuts. This pair measures a commanding 45mm across the edge/width and 43mm in depth, offering a massive, wide-edged, and slightly squatted horizontal architecture designed for a substantive hand-filling experience. Ready for immediate shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Variety: Imperial Lion Head (Di Wang)
- Dimensions: 45.0mm (Width/Edge) x 43.0mm (Depth/Belly)
[About the Imperial Variety]
The Di Wang variety, translated as the "Imperial," is a prestigious and historically significant lineage within the traditional wild-derived Lion Head family. It is widely celebrated for its imposing muscular presence, characterized by broad dropped shoulders, an extra-thick horizontal edge, and an exceptionally heavy-set flat base. Structurally, it is recognized among advanced enthusiasts for its phenomenal wood-bone shell density, rich internal chamber walls, and its distinct bold, interconnected ridge patterns that provide an intense tactile grip.
[Product Characteristics of DW-1102]
- The Commanding Grand-Scale Profile: Measuring an impressive 45.0mm across the primary edge paired with a robust 43.0mm belly depth. Reaching a true 45mm scale delivers a massive, authoritative presence that fully occupies the palm. This classic wide-edge geometry provides substantial leverage and a heavy kinetic momentum during daily rotation.
- Stable, Heavy-Set Stance: True to its premium lineage, this pair features a dead-flat base that sits completely table-stable, and broad, horizontally weighted shoulders. The vertical alignment remains perfectly centered along the thick primary seams, allowing the heavy-set frames to roll past each other with smooth predictability.
- Bold, Muscular Ribbon Topography: The surface is heavily sculpted with a dense network of thick, rounded vertical ridges and deep, winding natural valleys. This distinct texture avoids sharp or spikey points, ensuring excellent non-slip traction against the skin while delivering a deeply stimulating, deep-tissue hand massage.
- Resonant Iron-Bone Acoustics: Grown to full wild maturity with extra-thick shell walls, this pair carries significant physical weight and exceptional mass density. When manipulated, they produce a distinct, high-pitched, metallic ceramic ring rather than a muffled wooden sound.
[Maintenance & Aging Advice]
Because the "Imperial" lineage features highly dense bone material and a deeply detailed matrix of recesses, it is recommended to keep this pair in a sealed bag when resting between handling sessions for the first month. This practice safely traps natural skin oils and ensures that the oxidation process develops uniformly across both the high ridges and deep crevices. Handling them directly with bare hands—completely skipping the use of gloves—is the definitive method to naturally guide them toward a deep, uniform translucent red patina.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Imperial Lion Head (Di Wang)
- Stock ID: DW-1102
- Dimensions: 45.0mm (Width/Edge) x 43.0mm (Depth/Belly)
- Texture: Bold, muscular vertical ridges arranged around a wide-edged, heavy-set silhouette with a stable flat base.
- Best For: Collectors seeking a large-scale 45mm classic pair that showcases massive horizontal volume, premium wood-bone density, and a powerful tactile feel.