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The "Wild Ox" (Ye Niu) Balanced 1:1 Pair | 36.0mm x 36.0mm | YN-702
The "Wild Ox" (Ye Niu) Balanced 1:1 Pair | 36.0mm x 36.0mm | YN-702
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This listing is for the exact pair shown in the high-definition photos. Stock ID YN-702 is a carefully matched pair of "Wild Ox" (Ye Niu) walnuts, ready for immediate shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Variety: Wild Ox (Ye Niu)
- Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 36.0mm (Depth)
[About the "Wild Ox" Variety]
The Ye Niu, translating directly to "Wild Ox" or "Bison," is a highly robust and visually intimidating Wenwan variety. It earns its fierce name from its incredibly muscular, broad-shouldered silhouette and rugged, untamed texture. Characterized by thick, deeply furrowed ridges and a stout, commanding posture, this variety mirrors the raw, unyielding power of its namesake. It is heavily favored by collectors who seek an aggressive tactile experience and a highly durable, heavy-hitting feel in the hand.
[Characteristics of YN-702]
- Balanced 1:1 Proportion: Measuring exactly 36.0mm in width and 36.0mm in depth, this pair features a beautifully even 1:1 footprint. This perfect symmetry ensures the walnuts sit securely and harmoniously in the hand, providing a remarkably smooth roll during rotation.
- Compact, Muscular Profile: While the Wild Ox variety is known for its imposing shape, the 36mm dimensions condense that raw, broad-shouldered power into a highly pocketable format. It feels like a dense, compact powerhouse in the palm.
- Aggressive "Wild" Texture: The surface displays deep, chaotic valleys and exceptionally thick, gnarly ridge patterns. This high-friction, rugged texture acts as a natural lock against the fingers, delivering intense, targeted deep-tissue acupressure.
- Daily Use: The 36x36mm footprint makes this a highly portable, perfectly balanced everyday carry (EDC) pair. It is the ultimate choice for enthusiasts who want an intensely rugged, aggressive tactile experience in a discreet, easy-to-manage size.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Wild Ox (Ye Niu)
- Stock ID: YN-702
- Dimensions: 36.0mm (Width) x 36.0mm (Depth)
- Texture: Deep, aggressive, and muscular ridges on a perfectly balanced, compact shell.
- Best For: Enthusiasts seeking a highly portable 36mm EDC pair with flawless 1:1 symmetry, intense tactile feedback, and a rugged, wild aesthetic.
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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.