Vic Firth American Classic Drumsticks with Silver Bullet Aluminum Tip, 5B An aluminum tip produces cymbal sounds that cut and project with amazing brilliance and clarity Hickory 16" L The American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style With bold designs for fuller sound and deeply back-cut tips for intensified cymbal response, the American Classic drumsticks are turned from select hickory, further enhancing their durability and sound