The Gretsch Lightning Butt Plate (G5379) complements the Lightning throw off in design and performance. The heavy-duty die-cast butt plate component features the fine-tuning snare wire tension knob. It also features a classic Gretsch design that is patterned after the Gretsch lug and includes the fish tail design at the snare tape clamping mechanism. The fish tail clamp has extended surface area to provide firm grip for secure tape or snare cord.