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Koa Spears Hawaii T-Shirt

The koa spear — ihe — the warrior's instrument, cut from Hawai'i's most honored tree.

The Story Behind the Koa Spear

The koa spear — ihe — was the warrior's instrument, cut from the hardwood of Hawai'i's most honored tree.

Koa grows in the upland forests of the islands, slow and dense and dark-grained, and for centuries it was the wood chosen for canoes, paddles, weapons, and the bowls of ali'i. A koa spear was straight, balanced, and lethal — but it also carried the mana of the tree it came from, and the kuleana of the warrior who carried it. Spears were thrown, parried, and caught in hand-to-hand training (lua), and the same forests still grow today on Maui's high slopes and the Big Island's saddle country.

For Lovers of Hawaiian Heritage

For locals, this design honors a weapon whose wood still grows in the upland forests above home. For visitors, it is a souvenir of Hawaiian craft taken seriously — strength rooted in a particular kind of tree.

Premium Gildan 5000 Unisex Tee

Fit & Sizing

True-to-size Gildan 5000 Unisex Classic Tee, sizes S through 2XL — order your normal size.

Care & Longevity

Durable DTG print. Machine wash cold inside-out, tumble dry low to keep the art vivid.

Designed by Kahana Designs

Kahana Designs is an independent Hawaiʻi design shop. Every design is researched with respect for Hawaiian place and culture, and every order supports a small maker — mahalo nui.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tee run true to size?

Yes — the Gildan 5000 is a classic unisex fit. Order your usual size; size up one for a relaxed look.

What colors are available?

Available in 8 colors.

How is it printed and will it last?

Direct-to-garment printed with durable inks designed to hold color through regular washing.

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