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The "Wheat Ear Tiger" (Mai Sui Hu Tou) Pair | Collector Grade | 45.0mm x 44.0mm | MSHT-401C

The "Wheat Ear Tiger" (Mai Sui Hu Tou) Pair | Collector Grade | 45.0mm x 44.0mm | MSHT-401C

Regular price $238.00 USD
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💎 The "Exact Pair" Guarantee You are looking at the exact pair you will receive. We ensure that the massive giant-squat silhouette, the beautifully orderly texture, and the premium collector-grade matching of Stock ID: MSHT-401C are captured accurately in these photos.

  • Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
  • Status: Available immediately
  • Variety: Wheat Ear Tiger Head (Mai Sui Hu Tou )
  • Dimensions: 45.0mm (Width) x 44.0mm (Thickness) x 40.0mm (Height)
  • Classification: Collector Grade 

[The Lore: The Bountiful "Wheat Ear Tiger"]

In the Wenwan community, the "Mai Sui Hu Tou" is a deeply respected classic. Its name beautifully describes its two most prominent features. First, the "Mai Sui" (Wheat Ear) refers to its incredibly distinct, deep, and orderly ridges that closely resemble the plump, interwoven grains of a ripe ear of wheat—a traditional symbol of a bountiful harvest and prosperity.

Second, the "Hu Tou" (Tiger Head) refers to the overall architecture of the walnut. It features a broad, sturdy base, wide shoulders, and a slightly squared-off top, giving it the imposing, majestic silhouette of a tiger's head. Playing with a pair of Wheat Ear Tigers offers a highly structured, rhythmic tactile experience. Because the ridges are deep but uniform, they provide a deeply satisfying, consistent massage without the unpredictable, sharp spikes found in wild varieties.


[Why the MSHT-401C is a Premium Pick]

  • Massive 45mm "Giant Squat" Ratio: Measuring a breathtaking 45.0mm in width and 44.0mm in thickness, while sitting at a compressed 40.0mm in height, this pair hits an extreme and highly coveted "Aizhuang" (squat) proportion. Reaching the 45mm threshold makes these absolute giants. They command a massive, heavy presence that completely fills the palm, while the squatted 40mm height ensures they remain incredibly nimble during rotation and never feel top-heavy.
  • Orderly "Wheat Ear" Relief: The surface of MSHT-401C is packed with the signature thick, uniform, and deeply interwoven valleys that define a top-tier Wheat Ear. This orderly topography provides a highly secure grip and a smooth, rhythmic deep-tissue massage.
  • Elite "Collector Grade" Matching: Finding a perfectly matched pair at this colossal 45mm size is exceptionally rare. This pair has been meticulously curated for mirrored "tiger head" silhouettes, perfectly aligned shoulder slopes, and highly consistent wheat ear patterns, making it a true museum-quality showpiece.
  • Premium Bone Density: Hand-selected for its massive weight and mature timber. The high-quality shell boasts superior density, producing a heavy, resonant "clink" when rotated. It is primed to absorb natural oils and transform into a breathtaking, glossy ruby-red patina over time.

[Specifications]

  • Variety: Wheat Ear Tiger Head (Mai Sui Hu Tou )
  • Classification: Collector Grade 
  • Stock ID: MSHT-401C
  • Dimensions: 40.0mm (Height) x 45.0mm (Width) x 44.0mm (Thickness)
  • Texture: Deep, orderly, and uniform ridges resembling a ripe ear of wheat with a broad "tiger" stance.
  • Best For: Advanced collectors seeking a massive, palm-filling 45mm giant pair that offers a highly rhythmic, structured massage and premium symmetrical matching.
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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.

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!

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

Good

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.