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Tito De Gracia Model ／ Players Design
The Vater VHTDG is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Vater as the Tito De Gracia Model. It is .500″ (12.7 mm) in diameter and 16.260″ (413 mm) long. It is the signature model of drummer Tito De Gracia.
| Diameter | .500″ (12.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.260″ (413 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | — |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | Regular Lacquer |
| Weight | ≈38g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Players Design |
| Signature model | Tito De Gracia signature |
| Model number (SKU) | VHTDG |
| Brand | Vater |
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