Vater VH1AW American Hickory 1A

American Hickory 1A Wood Tip Drumsticks. A lengthy stick with a 5B style grip and acorn tip. Hickory can also absorb a great amount of shock, which reduces hand and wrist fatigue. Dark, or "brown" hickory, is found closer to the tree's center and is slightly denser and heavier than "white" hickory.