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The "Coral Tower" (Shan Hu Ta) Full-Bellied Pocket Pair | 33.0mm x 34.0mm | SHT-705
The "Coral Tower" (Shan Hu Ta) Full-Bellied Pocket Pair | 33.0mm x 34.0mm | SHT-705
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This listing is for the exact pair shown in the high-definition photos. Stock ID SHT-705 is a meticulously matched, fiercely textured pair of "Coral Tower" (Shan Hu Ta) walnuts featuring a highly portable, perfectly plump profile. Ready for immediate shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Variety: Coral Tower (Shan Hu Ta)
- Dimensions: 33.0mm (Width) x 34.0mm (Depth)
[About the "Coral Tower" Variety]
The Shan Hu Ta, beautifully translating to "Coral Tower," is a visually mesmerizing and incredibly intricate Wenwan variety. It earns its striking name from its deeply pitted, chaotic, and cavernous surface texture that perfectly mirrors the complex, rugged structure of natural ocean coral. The "Tower" designation refers to its elegant, upright vertical posture. Because of the incredible depth and density of its texture, this variety boasts a massive surface area, allowing it to efficiently absorb natural hand oils and develop a breathtaking, multi-dimensional, and translucent patina over time.
[Characteristics of SHT-705]
- Compact Width, Plump Belly: Measuring a highly portable 33.0mm in width but a distinctly deeper 34.0mm in depth. Because the depth slightly exceeds the width, this pair boasts a wonderfully round, plump belly. This geometric ratio is the ultimate everyday carry (EDC) sweet spot—the 33mm width allows them to slip effortlessly into any pocket, while the 34mm depth ensures they sit close to the hand while still feeling deeply substantial and satisfying to rotate.
- Intense "Coral" Traction: Despite their small size, the surface perfectly retains the signature cavernous valleys and tightly clustered ridges of the variety. This rugged, coral-like topography acts as intense natural traction against the fingers, delivering profound deep-tissue acupressure massage.
- Elegant Upright Posture: True to the "Tower" classification, this pair features a beautiful, high-profile silhouette that perfectly complements its deeply textured, organic body, making it a true tactile and visual conversation piece.
- Expert Aging Tip: Because the "Coral" texture features such deep, cavernous valleys, we highly recommend resting them in a sealed bag between handling sessions for the first two weeks. This expert technique safely traps natural hand oils to accelerate an even, brilliant oxidation across all the deep pits, yielding a vibrant red patina far more effectively than using gloves.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Coral Tower (Shan Hu Ta)
- Stock ID: SHT-705
- Dimensions: 33.0mm (Width) x 34.0mm (Depth)
- Texture: Incredibly deep, intricate, and cavernous ridges resembling natural ocean coral.
- Best For: Enthusiasts seeking a highly portable 33mm EDC pair with a plump 34mm depth, offering effortless handling, intense acupressure feedback, and a visually stunning texture.