If you're looking for a medium weight all around stick, this is the one. It has sound color that's a little bit less focused (less attack) than hickory sticks, but still full and in my opinion more vintage sounding. Shaft is pretty thick so it will also do for the drummers that like 5B+ sticks, but hickory sticks with those dimensions are too heavy for them. Also, small tip makes them suitable for fast playing despite the fact they are rather massive.