Traditional Wooden Mere/Patu 10"

This hand-carved traditional wooden Mere (or Patu) embodies the warrior spirit of the Māori people. In the dense, close-quartered bush of Aotearoa (New Zealand), small hand clubs like the mere were the weapon of choice—ideal for quick, decisive combat.

Characterized by a flat, broad blade with a rounded yet sharpened end, the mere was designed to deliver powerful, disabling strikes. It was not only a weapon but also a symbol of status and leadership. Typically reserved for the Rangatira (chief), the mere was carried with pride and respect, signifying the mana (prestige and authority) of its bearer.

Expertly crafted and richly symbolic, this carved wooden mere/patu stands as a tribute to the strength, strategy, and honor of the Māori warrior tradition.

• Material: Wood
• Size: 10 inches long x 3-1/4 inches wide
• Maori Traditional Artwork
• Made in New Zealand