Tea Accessories: Dual-End Tea Knife & Needle (Ebony / Rosewood)

The ovanyu Dual-End Tea Knife & Needle is designed for anyone who works regularly with compressed teas — pu-erh cakes, bricks, and tuocha — and wants a single, well-made tool that handles both the initial prying and the finer separation work. One end tapers to a sharp 304 stainless steel blade for inserting along the natural seams of a compressed cake; the other ends in a fine needle point for more precise separation and teapot spout clearing. The two brass end caps are engraved with a traditional cloud scroll pattern and thread onto the handle with a screw mechanism, securing the tool and protecting the blade and needle tip when not in use. The handle section is solid wood — available in ebony or rosewood — and arrives with a red suede cloth pouch. Total length: 16 cm.

• Dual-Function Design: Blade & Needle — The blade end is suited for inserting into a compressed tea cake and applying the lateral pressure needed to separate portions along natural fault lines. The needle end is suited for finer separation, loosening individual leaves, and clearing a blocked teapot spout. Both ends on a single 16 cm tool means nothing extra to carry or store.
• 304 Stainless Steel Blade and Needle — The working ends are formed from 304-grade stainless steel: corrosion-resistant, durable, and easily wiped clean after use. The blade holds a consistent edge without rusting or staining with normal tea contact and moisture.
• Engraved Brass End Caps with Screw Mechanism — Both protective caps are cast from brass and hand-engraved with a traditional cloud scroll pattern. They thread onto the tool body with a screw mechanism rather than a friction fit, which keeps them secure during storage and prevents accidental exposure of the blade or needle tip.
• Solid Wood Handle: Ebony or Rosewood — The center section of the tool is shaped from solid ebony (near-black, dense, fine grain) or rosewood (warm reddish-brown, pronounced grain), providing a comfortable, non-slip grip and a material contrast to the brass ends that gives the tool a composed, three-material character.
• Red Suede Pouch Included — The tool arrives wrapped in a small red suede cloth that protects the finish during storage and makes it a presentable gift for anyone who brews compressed tea regularly.

• Blade / Needle Material: 304 stainless steel
• End Cap Material: Brass (engraved cloud scroll pattern, screw-thread mechanism)
• Handle Material: Solid ebony or rosewood
• Length: 16 cm
• Includes: 1 × dual-end tea knife & needle, 1 × red suede cloth pouch
• Care: Wipe the stainless steel ends dry after use; avoid prolonged water exposure on the wood handle; the brass caps can be polished with a soft cloth to maintain their finish

• Blade end (tea knife): Unscrew the blade-end cap and set it aside. Hold the compressed tea cake steady on a flat surface. Insert the blade tip into a natural seam or fold line on the cake surface and apply gentle lateral pressure to separate a portion. Work along the grain of the compression rather than cutting across it for cleaner separation.
• Needle end (tea needle): Unscrew the needle-end cap. Use the fine point to separate individual leaves from a loosened portion, or to clear a blocked teapot spout by inserting the tip into the spout opening and gently rotating.
• After use: Wipe both metal ends clean, replace the brass caps securely, and return the tool to its suede pouch for storage.

Q: What types of compressed tea is this suitable for?
A: The blade and needle ends are suited for pu-erh cakes (bing cha), bricks (zhuan cha), and tuocha. The blade is most useful for dense, well-pressed cakes; the needle works well for looser compressions or for finishing work after the initial separation.

Q: Will the brass caps tarnish over time?
A: Brass develops a natural patina with handling and time. A soft polishing cloth will restore the original gold tone if preferred. Many users find the aged patina adds character to the piece.

Q: What is the difference between the ebony and rosewood options?
A: Ebony has a near-black tone with a very fine, tight grain and a high natural density. Rosewood is a warm reddish-brown with a more open, pronounced grain. Both are solid hardwoods; the choice is purely aesthetic.

Q: Is this safe to use with all types of tea cakes?
A: Yes, for standard compressed tea formats. Use steady, controlled pressure rather than force — the tool is designed to work with the natural structure of the compression, not to cut through it.

1. Order Processing Time: How many business days does it take to pack and ship an order?
   Orders will be shipped within 1–3 business days of successful placement.
2. Shipping Time: What is the estimated delivery time for major destination countries/regions?
   USA: 7–12 business days; Europe: 7–12 business days.
3.  Shipping Policy: Is shipping free for orders over a certain amount (e.g., over $59), or is there a flat shipping fee?
   Free shipping on orders of $59 or more; a $15 shipping fee applies to orders under $59. Subscription items ship for free.

We offer a 14-day return policy, meaning you can request a return within 14days of receiving your item.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it: unworn or unused, with tags attached, and in its original packaging. You will also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
For returns due to personal reasons (non-quality issues), the buyer is responsible for shipping costs; for returns due to quality issues, the seller covers the shipping costs.

To start a return, please contact us at hello@ovanyu.com. Please note that returns should be sent to the following address: [Shop 02, Building 2, China Resources Ziyunfu, Richang Road, Mawei District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province, China]

If your return is accepted, we will send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

You can always contact us for any return questions at hello@ovanyu.com.

Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, such as perishable goods (like food, flowers, or plants), custom products (like special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (like beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about a specific item.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item. EU 14-Day Cooling-Off Period
Notwithstanding the above, if the goods are being shipped to the EU, you have the right to cancel your order or return the items within 14 days without providing a reason. As previously stated, returned items must be in the same condition as when you received them—unworn or unused, with tags intact, and in their original packaging. You will also need to provide a receipt or proof of purchase.

Refunds
Once we receive and inspect your return, we will notify you whether your refund request has been approved. If approved, the refund will be automatically issued to your original payment method; funds typically appear in your account within 10 business days.
We will issue a full refund if the return is due to an issue on the seller's part; however, if the return is for personal reasons, the buyer is responsible for shipping costs and a 5% transaction processing fee.

Please note that it may take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we approved your return request, please contact us at hello@ovanyu.com.