This is our JD Crowe thumb pick in a size large. This pick was designed by JD Crowe and constructed to his very exacting specifications. The BCT-JDL is the exact pick that JD uses. The pick bears JD's initials on the inside between the rivets. It is constructed using a custom designed stainless steel band and a 50/1000 of an inch(1.25mm) thick BlueChip pick. These picks are laser etched, professionally machined, and hand beveled to create the best thumb pick available.
Size compares to a standard large thumb pick of any brand.
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Posted by Drew on 21st Apr 2025
I have spent more money than I care to admit here at blue chip.com on flat picks, and because of how much I enjoy them I wasn’t afraid to go ahead and buy this banjo pick either! All banjo picks have always hurt my thumb after a while of playing, well, the blue chip has solved that problem beautifully with their wrap around thick band! They also solved the problem I have had where sometimes the band on other picks would catch the string. Overall a phenomenal thumb pick that is definitely worth the price!
Posted by Drew on 21st Apr 2025
I have spent more money than I care to admit here at blue chip.com on flat picks, and because of how much I enjoy them I wasn’t afraid to go ahead and buy this banjo pick either! All banjo picks have always hurt my thumb after a while of playing, well, the blue chip has solved that problem beautifully with their wrap around thick band! They also solved the problem I have had where sometimes the band on other picks would catch the string. Overall a phenomenal thumb pick that is definitely worth the price!
Posted by Caleb on 14th Apr 2025
Not only the best sounding but the most comfortable I’ve used so far.
Posted by Tony on 27th Mar 2025
Had this banjo pick now after buying from a uk store that stocked various kinds of blue chip picks. I’ve had mine for over 6 months and decided to invest in 2 more direct from HQ.
The stainless steel did loosen off a bit over 6 months( bloomin tight at first ) but I would have had at least 2 of my old plastic picks snap in this time. To clarify it’s not slack it’s just loosened to the size of my thumb.
I ordered two which came promptly and with good prior email communication. The price charged on the invoice was the price I paid - no faffing with import duty or other admin.
I really like these picks and I went for the jdCrowe large at the recommendation of a friend ( Joe Mac).
These are not cheap but it’s the main contact with the string and the blade has shown no sign of wear at all.
Happy to recommend or discuss - I can be found on the banjoclub uk fb group!
Cheers
Tony
Posted by Bill on 27th Feb 2025
I found the pick to be beautifully finished with the metal band highly polished with raised edges that do not dig into the flesh.
The blade is also highly polished and the perfect length for my style. It required no alteration to fit my thumb perfectly!
Owning BlueChip flat picks, I know the blade on the thumb pick will last indefinitely.
I am very happy with this product and do recommend it to others.
Posted by Unknown on 13th Jan 2025
Ordered a backup Blue Chip banjo pic. I’ve tried all the plastic pics and they do not compare to the Blue Chip. It stays on my thumb whether picking or sweeps
Posted by Robert Ramos on 28th Sep 2024
Pick is very comfortable, does not show any wear at all yet. Quality product. Big difference from a standard thumb pick. I own a bluechip flat pick as well, have had it for a year not showing any wear yet.
Posted by Jeff Smallwood (multi-instrumentalist Celine Dion band) on 25th Sep 2024
Tremendous picks. I have several different models…each one distinct sounding from the other, Comfortable, extremely stable and wonderful sounding. You know all those picks you find in the dryer and on the floor…well, you won’t ever misplace THIS one…you’ll take real good care of it!
Posted by Marc Hays on 16th Sep 2024
Comfy - The Bluechip JDL fits my thumb perfectly. It feels as thought they used my right thumb to design the prototype. Perfect fit! I wondered if I would feel the rivets, and I do not feel them at all. So comfy!
Clean & Crisp - my attacks are soooooo much cleaner and crisper than before my Bluechip thumb pick. I’ll never go back to the big, fat blades of the solid plastic picks. There is almost no scrape against the wound fourth string no matter what angle I strike it.
Posted by Alan on 30th Jul 2024
Ditto all the 5 star reviews!
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