Koikoi (Teina) - Te Kotiri

Tēina: Suitable for tamariki between 5-10 years

What is a koikoi?

For context, a koikoi is traditionally a long spear pointed on both ends.

These staff were primarily employed to strike and parry with a two-handed grip, rather than lunging forward using the point alone (Mātāmua, 2013).
Our koikoi are fashioned to depict a taiaha (placement of feathers and binding however not including the ate or flat-bladed edge), thus enabling you to feel more familiar when handling a taiaha on your journey.
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Caleb and Jackie Kutia of Te Kōtiri

Binding: Black semi-waxed cord
Finish: Beeswax natural finish

Wood type, stain & feather colour varies

Feathers typically from roosters and turkeys