This model comes from Coheed and Cambria drummer Chris Pennie. It measures out at just over a 5B in the grip but has a slight double taper, meaning that it gets a little thicker towards the middle of the stick than in the grip. This gives the stick added throw and durability in the rim shot area. The smaller sized acorn tip gives articulate ride cymbal sounds that cut through in louder music. Great stick design for rock and metal players.