Wincent Drums — Metal Drummers Who Use Wincent | MetalForge
Which metal drummers use Wincent sticks? See every pro in MetalForge's database who endorses or plays Wincent gear — kit specs and prices.
About Wincent
Wincent has built drumsticks in Sweden since 1992, when founder Dan Nylén started making stick blanks in his parents' garage in the far north of the country. Now based in Gränna, Wincent remains independent and family-run, built on a precision-craftsmanship pitch rather than a mass-market one.
Why Metal Drummers Choose Wincent:
- Centerless Grinding – Proprietary manufacturing technique unique to Wincent
- Weight-Matched Pairs – Sticks sorted so a pair plays within a few grams of each other
- Rock/Metal Series – A dedicated heavier line, including the flagship METAL model
- Signature Models – Built to the exact specs of Tomas Haake and Mikkey Dee
Metal Applications:
Wincent's precision-first approach found a following among hard-hitting metal drummers, most visibly through signature partnerships with Tomas Haake (Meshuggah) and Mikkey Dee (Motörhead, Scorpions), whose namesake sticks are built for extended reach and power.
Wincent History
Wincent was founded in 1992 by Dan Nylén, who began making drumstick blanks in his parents' garage in Robertsfors, a small village in the far north of Sweden.
Nylén eventually relocated the operation south to Gränna, on the shore of Lake Vättern, where Wincent remains headquartered today as an independent, family-run Swedish company.
The company reached its first full commercial product launch in 1995, built around Wincent's proprietary centerless-grinding manufacturing process — a technique unique to the brand.
Wincent built its reputation on weight-matching finished sticks so that a pair plays within a few grams of each other, a precision-craftsmanship pitch that set it apart from larger, higher-volume stick makers.
That consistency-first approach found a following among hard-hitting metal drummers, and Wincent built out a dedicated Rock/Metal series, including its heaviest METAL model, alongside signature partnerships with Tomas Haake (Meshuggah) and Mikkey Dee (Motörhead, Scorpions).
Wincent Milestones
- 1992: Dan Nylén founds Wincent, initially making drumstick rods in his parents' garage in Robertsfors, Sweden.
- 1995: Wincent reaches its first full commercial product launch.
Wincent in Metal
Wincent's precision-manufacturing pitch built a metal following through signature partnerships: Tomas Haake (Meshuggah) plays the WTHS, a long, extended-shoulder model, and Mikkey Dee (Motörhead, Scorpions) plays the W-MDS, a 2B-style cut built for durability in one of the loudest bands on earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Wincent sticks do metal drummers use?
Wincent's confirmed metal endorsers include Tomas Haake (Meshuggah), who plays the WTHS, and Mikkey Dee (Motörhead, Scorpions), who plays the W-MDS signature model.
Is Wincent good for metal?
Yes. Wincent's centerless-grinding process and weight-matching mean every pair plays consistently, and its dedicated Rock/Metal series (including the METAL model) is built specifically for high-power playing.
Where is Wincent based?
Wincent is an independent, family-run Swedish company founded in 1992 by Dan Nylén, now headquartered in Gränna, Sweden.