The 5A has long been the best selling stick for all styles of music due to it's well-balanced weight and length. "The Natural" series is not coated with the standard lacquer finish and provides a natural wood feel in the hands of the player. • Hickory is the most popular wood choice for drumsticks due to its resilience, responsiveness, durability, and classic feel • Diameter: .551" Length: 16" • Oval wood tip provides a dark, warm tone suited for multiple applications • Medium taper for balanced response and rebound • All ProMark drumsticks are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at their Texas facility to the most stringent quality controls in the industry