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The "Little Dolphin" (Xiao Hai Tun) Ergonomic EDC Pair | 36.0mm x 33.0mm | XHT-801
The "Little Dolphin" (Xiao Hai Tun) Ergonomic EDC Pair | 36.0mm x 33.0mm | XHT-801
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This listing is for the exact pair shown in the high-definition photos. Stock ID XHT-801 is a meticulously matched, beautifully curved pair of "Little Dolphin" (Xiao Hai Tun) walnuts featuring a highly portable, streamlined profile. Ready for immediate shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Variety: Little Dolphin (Xiao Hai Tun)
- Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 33.0mm (Depth)
[About the "Little Dolphin" Variety]
The Xiao Hai Tun, or "Little Dolphin," is a modern favorite in the Wenwan world, prized for its sleek and incredibly graceful silhouette. It earns its name from its unique curvature: featuring high, sweeping shoulders and a beautifully arched back that perfectly mimics the streamlined body of a dolphin jumping from the water. Unlike bulky, rounded varieties, the Little Dolphin is defined by its elegance and its smooth, non-fatiguing rolling mechanics. It is often the first choice for collectors who value artistic form and ergonomic comfort.
[Characteristics of XHT-801]
- Ergonomic "Streamlined" Profile: Measuring a broad 36.0mm in width and a distinctly shallow 33.0mm in depth. This geometric ratio is highly coveted for daily handling. The 36mm width provides a commanding visual presence, while the 33mm depth ensures the walnuts sit incredibly close to the hand. This flattened profile makes them remarkably easy to manipulate and roll without stretching your fingers.
- Sleek "Dolphin" Silhouette: This pair perfectly captures the essence of the variety, featuring high, elegant shoulders and a smooth, flowing curve. The structural ridges act as natural tracks, allowing the shells to glide past each other with a rhythmic, liquid-like fluidity.
- Ultimate Pocketability: The slim 33mm depth makes this pair the absolute perfect choice for an everyday carry (EDC). They slide discreetly into a pocket and are virtually unnoticeable, yet they offer a substantial and heavy-hitting feel when brought into the hand.
- Expert Aging Tip: To ensure this elegant shell develops a brilliant and even red patina, we recommend resting them in a sealed bag between handling sessions for the first two weeks. This technique safely utilizes natural hand oils to stabilize oxidation and yields a far more vibrant, glass-like finish than using gloves.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Little Dolphin (Xiao Hai Tun)
- Stock ID: XHT-801
- Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 33.0mm (Depth)
- Texture: Flowing, structured ridges wrapped around an elegantly curved, streamlined silhouette.
- Best For: Enthusiasts seeking a highly portable 36mm EDC pair with a comfortable 33mm depth, offering effortless handling and a unique, artistic form.
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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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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.
Love that you have miniature walnuts for those of us who have small hands.
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.
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
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.