The Field Series FS550R hard plastic xylophone mallets are hand-crafted from quality materials that make them ideal for field percussion. The FS550R weighs more than other mallets in Innovative Percussion series, providing for better projection on the open field. These mallets are identical to the FS550, but the FS550R features durable rattan handles handles. The attention to details, superb sound, and strength of the Field Series mallets makes them a necessity for on-field ensembles.