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"Wheat Ear Tiger Head" Maisui Hutou Wenwan Walnuts (Pair) | 36.0mm x 39.0mm | Stock ID: MSHT-1107
"Wheat Ear Tiger Head" Maisui Hutou Wenwan Walnuts (Pair) | 36.0mm x 39.0mm | Stock ID: MSHT-1107
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This single-inventory listing features the exact pair of Wenwan walnuts shown in the product gallery. Carrying the distinct stock ID MSHT-1107, this premium set belongs to the highly celebrated "Wheat Ear Tiger Head" (Maisui Hutou) lineage. It is a classic variety deeply favored by traditional collectors for its beautifully balanced, robust architecture and an intricate rind texture that mimics rows of ripe wheat ears.
Measuring 39.0mm in width and a beautifully compressed 37.0mm in height, this pair showcases a magnificent low-slung stance. They boast thick, broad shoulders, a wide equator line, and an exceptionally dense wrinkle matrix. The set has been fully cured, carefully cleaned, and precision-brushed, making it entirely ready for immediate international shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Unique Inventory)
- Variety: Maisui Hutou (Wheat Ear Tiger Head)
- Dimensions: 39.0mm (Width) x 37.0mm (Height)
- Grade: A-Tier Premium Selection
About the Maisui Hutou (Wheat Ear Tiger Head) Variety
Revered within traditional Wenwan walnut culture, the Tiger Head family is famous for its imposing mass, while the Maisui sub-lineage introduces an elite texture pattern.
- The "Wheat Ear" Texture Matrix: The defining feature of this variety is its interconnected, drop-shaped micro-nodules and layered fissures. Running vertically down the shell, they mimic the organic form of grain stalks, creating a uniquely dense and beautifully detailed landscape.
- Commanding Palm Presence: By naturally restricting excess vertical growth, this lineage packs its old-growth wood mass horizontally. The flat, broad base foundation combined with thick side rinds offers excellent turning leverage and rich tactile feedback across the palm during daily rotation and sensory meditation.
Key Characteristics of MSHT-1107
- 39mm Broad Compressed Frame: Standing at a squatted 37.0mm height and a wide 39.0mm equator, this pair presents a highly nimble, full-bodied stance that rests deeply and comfortably in the hand for active daily play (pan).
- Phenomenal Morphological Matching: Both independent walnuts display outstanding structural pairing. They mirror each other beautifully with uniform side rinds, closely coordinated shoulder slopes, and highly symmetrical outer profiles.
- Symmetrical Grid Alignment: Viewed from both top-down and baseline perspectives, the set highlights remarkably straight, cleanly centered main ridge tracks and beautifully balanced center pathways running across both rinds.
- High Bone Density Wild Timber: Hard-grown in remote wild mountain orchards, the extra-thick shells possess superior organic density. When rolled against one another, they produce a crisp, clear, porcelain-like acoustic chime.
Care & Aging Info
Grown strictly for art, collection, and hand-play (pan), these walnuts are entirely distinct from common 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-honey wood tones to transform into a deeply translucent, glossy, jewel-like mahogany-red patina. Because the Wheat Ear texture channels are exceptionally dense and closely woven, 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: Maisui Hutou (Wheat Ear Tiger Head)
- Stock ID: MSHT-1107
- Dimensions: 39.0mm (Width) x 37.0mm (Height)
- Base Features: Wide, flat base foundation with robust dropping shoulders and a cleanly centered top crown apex.
- Texture: Fine drop-shaped micro-nodules, densely packed wheat-ear wrinkle paths, and crisp surface details.
- Best For: Collectors and hobbyists looking for a classic, beautifully textured Tiger Head pair with a highly compressed frame for comfortable daily rotation and premium patina development.