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"Crystal Frog" Shuijingwa Wenwan Walnuts (Pair) | W-1401

"Crystal Frog" Shuijingwa Wenwan Walnuts (Pair) | W-1401

Size: 36*38mm
Regular price $58.00 USD
Regular price $78.00 USD Sale price $58.00 USD
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Shuijingwa Walnut Pair is defined by its compact, squatted silhouette. Choose it if that is the kind of shape or surface you enjoy.

For a first pair, start with a size you can handle comfortably and a surface you enjoy touching. Compare the gallery and listed dimensions to find the fit you prefer.

About the Variety

known among advanced hobbyists, the Crystal Frog lineage is known for its unique, fluid structural traits and outstanding handling dynamics.

  • The Compact, Squatted Silhouette: This variety naturally restricts excess vertical growth, packing its old-growth wood mass horizontally along a robust equator line. This creates a remarkably low center of gravity and a wide, stable, beautifully squatted frame that rests deeply and securely in the hand.
  • Plump, Rolling Textures: True to its name, the face of each shell features a rich network of prominent, smooth nodular protrusions and rolling wrinkles. This specialized layout provides substantial physical presence, turning leverage, and crisp tactile feedback across the palm during single-handed rotation and daily sensory meditation.

This single-inventory listing features the exact pair of Wenwan walnuts shown in the product gallery. Carrying the unique stock ID W-1401, this collector's set belongs to the rare and highly sought-after "Crystal Frog" (Shuijingwa) lineage. It is a cultivar within the traditional hobby, known for its distinctly rounded, squatted frame and smooth, plump nodular contours that beautifully mirror the organic form of a resting frog.

Measuring an agile 36.0mm in width and a compressed 38.0mm in height, this pair highlights an low vertical profile. They feature dramatic dropped shoulders, an expansive horizontal equator line, and an intricately layered network of smooth, rolling textures. The pair has been fully cured, meticulously cleaned, and precision-brushed, making it entirely ready for immediate international shipping.

  • Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Unique Inventory)
  • Variety: Shuijingwa (Crystal Frog)
  • Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 38.0mm (Height)
  • Grade: A-Tier Premium Selection

Key Characteristics of W-1401

  • 36mm Agile Compact Frame: Measuring 36.0mm in width and a squatted 38.0mm in height, this pair presents a highly nimble, compact stance that rests comfortably in the hand or pocket for active daily play (pan).
  • Phenomenal Morphological Matching: Both independent walnuts show outstanding pairing harmony. They mirror each other beautifully with uniform outer side profiles, matching dropped shoulder curves, and closely coordinated ridge tracks.
  • Symmetrical Grid Alignment: From both top-down and baseline perspectives, the set highlights highly consistent central main ridge paths, uniform rind thickness, and beautifully aligned center pathways running across both rinds.
  • High Bone Density Wild Timber: Hard-grown in remote wild mountain orchards, the extra-thick shells possess organic density. When rolled against one another in the palm, they generate a clear, solid, porcelain-like acoustic ring.

Care & Aging Info

This collectible variety is grown strictly for hand-play (pan) and is completely distinct from common edible food variants. Through regular handling with clean, bare hands, the high-density wood grain steadily absorbs natural skin oils.

Over time, this natural interaction causes the initial ginger-caramel wood tones to gradually transform into a deep, glossy, translucent red-brown patina. Because the signature texture paths and deep rolling channels are exceptionally complex, it is highly recommended to brush the crevices thoroughly with a standard bristle brush after each handling session to keep the valleys immaculate and achieve an even, radiant luster.

Specifications

  • Variety: Shuijingwa (Crystal Frog)
  • Stock ID: W-1401
  • Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 38.0mm (Height)
  • Base Features: Wide, flat base foundation gate with heavy dropped shoulders and a cleanly centered top apex.
  • Texture: Smooth nodular protrusions, rolling wrinkle paths, and crisp surface details.
  • Best For: Collectors and hobbyists looking for a rare structural mutation in an agile, highly compressed small-stature pair for comfortable daily rotation and patina development.
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Robin Waterbury

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Anonymous

You are easy to work with and are great communication.

Incredible service, I ordered a pair that sadly could not be shipped on account of a website error. Normally that would be a red flag; in this case however, an agent reached out to me immediately, allowed me to pick out an even higher quality pair and included some very thoughtful gifts. I’m extremely satisfied with my purchase and what started out as a mistake will have me returning here first whenever I want to expand my collection.

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Michael Gleesing

I ordered my Wenwans about 13 days ago. After contacting this company about a shipping issue they were able to solve it immediately as well as to rush the order. Literally just got mine today and they are absolutely gorgeous and very large! My Pair# is DGM-901. These are my very first high grades ones. Bought some crappy amazon ones for like 6 bucks to practice. I cannot wait to start my journey with these. I highly recommend this company for their outstanding customer service and quality control!

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Robin Waterbury

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Lori Coulson

Love that you have miniature walnuts for those of us who have small hands.

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Anonymous

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Chadwick Johnston

Really like your site. Love being able to choose the exact walnuts that I'm ordering.

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Chadwick Johnston

These guys a great. Walnuts are high quality, and what you see is what you get, no random pairs that you may not like.
I've got 5 pairs off of them so far, and none have any flaws: no yellowing, pin holes, worm marks or cracks.
I'm not an expert, but I can't detect any dyes or processing on the nuts I have received.
They get back to you quickly if you have questions or issues.

Shipping is a couple weeks to canada since its off shore orgin. No big deal.

I do wish they would post the weights of the pairs as well in the listings, but this is minor.

I consider Zenwalnut to be the best north american walnut vendor hands down.

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DAN CHONG

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The box it came with is great and well made. The walnuts are out of this world. I don’t know how you find a three ridge mutation (Spartan motif) with such a good pairing. Even the basins complement each other, one elavated and the other depressed so they fit together. I highly recommend this seller if you want a reliable place where you can find rare, high quality walnuts. What you see in the pictures and videos is what you get. These are my second pair from zenwalnuts and I love both of them, thank you

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Justin Lehner

The first pair I bought was a pair of minis, Packaging was amazing! Display case, and brushes were all under $100. I've been using them for just over a week. Excellent quality, I have dropped them once on accident of course over concrete while outside on the patio. I was quite concerned, I gave them a look over and no cracks, chips, or scratches were found. I am now looking into higher valued pairs. I will be buying other pairs for birthday gifts and collections. I posted them on FB and will continue to keep updates of the transformation every so often.