The American Classic line of sticks from Vic Firth mare all made from select hickory. American Classic sticks are unique with a combination of both bold and traditional designs. Hickory is a dense, durable yet flexible wood that is capable of taking a great deal of shock and producing a pronounced sound. The tips of Vic Firth’s American Classic sticks are also deeply back-cut of an intensified cymbal sound and response. The 1A American Classic is a long stick with a long taper. It has a Taj Mahal tip shape for multiple cymbal sounds. A powerful, fast, and responsive stick with additional leverage.