• The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
  • The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
  • The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
  • The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
  • The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
  • The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008 - ThePatinaProject
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The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008

The "Si Zuo Lou" Lion Head Pair | 41.0mm x 41.0mm | SZL-1008

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💎 The "Exact Pair" Guarantee You are looking at the exact pair you will receive. We ensure that the perfectly balanced 1:1 silhouette, the iconic "Chrysanthemum" bases, and the substantial palm-filling presence of Stock ID: SZL-1008 are captured accurately in these photos.

  • Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
  • Status: Available immediately
  • Variety: Si Zuo Lou Lion Head 
  • Dimensions: 41.0mm (Width) x 41.0mm (Height)

[The Lore: The Legendary "Si Zuo Lou"]

In the Wenwan community, the "Si Zuo Lou" is absolute royalty. Named after the historic village where the original ancient tree was discovered, it is widely considered one of the top-tier "Lion Head" varieties in existence.

While it boasts the classic Lion Head architecture of broad, majestic shoulders and a beautifully rounded belly, the Si Zuo Lou is universally famous for one defining feature: the "Chrysanthemum Base" (Ju Hua Di ). When you turn these walnuts upside down, the deep, radiating ridges at the base perfectly mimic the blooming petals of a chrysanthemum flower. Combined with its excellent bone density and legendary ability to rapidly absorb oils to form a flawless, glass-like ruby patina, the Si Zuo Lou is a must-have milestone for any serious collector.

[Why the SZL-1008 is a Premium Pick]

  • Flawless 41mm "1:1" Proportions: Measuring exactly 41.0mm in width and 41.0mm in height, this pair hits a highly coveted, perfectly balanced 1:1 geometric ratio. At 41mm, these are substantial, palm-filling walnuts. Because they are perfectly round rather than squatted or tall, they deliver an incredibly seamless, continuous, and frictionless roll in the hand, offering a truly premium tactile experience.
  • The Signature "Chrysanthemum Base": True to the highest standards of the variety, the bottom of SZL-1008 features the iconic, deeply etched, and beautiful radiating lines of the Ju Hua Di. This provides an incredible visual treat and fantastic tactile grip during rotation.
  • Classic "Lion Head" Relief: The surface is packed with thick, flowing, and elegant ridges. This unaggressive topography provides a deeply soothing, medium-intensity massage that focuses on pure comfort over sharp friction.
  • Masterful Symmetry & Timber: Meticulously matched for mirrored 1:1 spherical silhouettes, perfectly aligned bases, and highly consistent ridge patterns. Hand-selected for its mature shell, this pair guarantees a crisp, resonant "clink" and ensures a breathtaking patina over time.

[Specifications]

  • Variety: Si Zuo Lou Lion Head
  • Stock ID: SZL-1008
  • Dimensions: 41.0mm (Height) x 41.0mm (Width)
  • Texture: Thick, elegant ridges with broad Lion shoulders, a perfectly round profile, and the signature radiating "Chrysanthemum" base.
  • Best For: Collectors who want a legendary, fast-coloring variety in a substantial, perfectly balanced 41mm 1:1 size that prioritizes an endlessly smooth, continuous roll.
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Kevers Moore

Amazing company! Everyone should buy their nuts from Zenwalnuts.com

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Anonymous

You are easy to work with and are great communication.

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Olivia

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.

Class acts!

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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!

Thank you!

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Robin

This company is Stellar. I’ve enjoyed the products I’ve Boughten for myself and gifts Ives given.

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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

Great work! Keep it up

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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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Anthony

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.