Large Pounamu Mere rerehua or mau rākau practice

or mau rākau practice

a traditional two-handed war club

Simply slip your hand inside and bring this mischievous taniwha to life

This Korowai Green  Whanau Canvas is Legnth 300mm x Width 300mm x  Depth 22mm

Important Note: This piece is only available for pick-up option

Large Pounamu Mere rerehua or mau rākau practiceLarge Pounamu Mere 315mm x 95mm Base 400mm x 100mm x 210mm Carved by Sands Carving The Pounamu Mere is a short, broad bladed hand weapon shaped like an enlarged teardrop. It was traditionally used to strike or jab an opponent in the body or head. The Mere is a symbol of high status and is believed to bring its owner courage and strength. While it shares the same overall design as a patu, the key difference lies in the material: Patu can be made from