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Fairtex HW2 Phra Nakhon Collection
Updated: April 2026
Editor Score 7.50/10
Mexican Style Training Beginner
$12.74 (or $29.99 set of 3)
Prices vary by retailer.
Length 180" (4.5m)
Width 2 inches
Material Soft cotton (stretchy)
Closure Velcro tab
Thumb Loop Yes
Origin Thailand · Made in Thailand
Colors
Performance Metrics
Based on hands-on use and trusted training feedback. Wrist Support
8/10
Hand Protection
8/10
Ease of Use
7/10
Durability
9/10
Value
8/10
Scores are based on structured evaluation across 5 performance metrics. Learn more
Lab Verdict
Unboxing the Phra Nakhon Collection feels like finding something in a vintage market. The paper bag, the retro logo, the earthy colorways — it's the kind of wrap you put on and feel good about before you've even hit the bag. On the wrist it's exactly the HW2: reliable, comfortable, zero fuss. The score gap vs. the standard HW2 is entirely down to availability — when Rouge sells out, you're down to two options. A great gift wrap and a solid daily trainer. Just not the wrap if you need colour flexibility.
Bottom Line
The standard HW2 in 3 earthy retro colorways with vintage Bangkok branding and paper bag packaging. Same cotton performance, better aesthetics, fewer options.
Strong price-to-performance for its tier.
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Specs
Description
The Fairtex HW2 Phra Nakhon Collection is a heritage edition of the standard HW2 — the same soft cotton stretchy wrap that has been a Thai gym staple for decades, repackaged in three earthy retro colorways (Rouge, Brick, Indigo) with a vintage logo referencing Phra Nakhon, the alternate name for Bangkok used in 1944. On the wrist it performs identically to the standard HW2: 180 inches of soft cotton with natural stretch, a secure velcro tab, and the comfortable break-in-free feel that has made Fairtex wraps a trusted standard in gyms worldwide. The difference is entirely aesthetic — the retro colorways look unlike anything in the standard HW2 range, and the vintage paper bag packaging makes this the best-presented Fairtex wrap for gifting. If you already own the standard HW2 and want something visually distinct with the same trusted construction, or need a training gift that looks thoughtfully chosen, the Phra Nakhon Collection delivers. The score sits below the HW2's 8.2 purely because colour availability is narrow and some colours sell out frequently — not because the wrap itself performs any differently.
Not For
- Fighters wanting colour variety beyond Rouge, Brick, and Indigo
- Those who prefer high-stretch elastic wraps
- Practical gym bag storage (vintage packaging not ideal for daily use)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Same proven soft cotton construction as the standard HW2 — the Thai gym staple in a heritage design
- Retro Phra Nakhon logo commemorates Bangkok's alternate 1944 name — genuine collector appeal
- Vintage paper bag packaging makes it the best-presented Fairtex wrap as a gift
- Available as a set of 3 ($29.99) covering all three colorways at once
- Earthy colorway trio (Rouge, Brick, Indigo) unlike anything in the standard HW2 range
- At $12.74 per pair, same price tier as the standard HW2 — no premium for the heritage design
Cons
- Only 3 colors vs 12+ on the standard HW2 — very limited palette
- Rouge colorway sold out at time of research — availability is inconsistent
- No performance upgrade over the standard HW2 — purely a design and packaging edition
- Cotton-only stretch: less elastic give than rubber-blend wraps like the HW4
- Vintage packaging is charming but not practical for gym bag storage
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