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 Phil on 29th Dec 2014
Bought for a friend. This is my third purchase.
Posted by Mike on 24th Dec 2014
I'm just a hobby guitar / banjo player, folky stuff, but recently getting more interested in Bluegrass music having been to a few festivals. I thought I would try out one of these JDL thumbpicks when ordering a Bluechip pick. I've got various thumbpicks so have some comparison, well when I put this on, it fitted perfect, was comfortable, stayed in place, and just felt easy playing.
It might be in the mind, but for me (I'm in my 60s), I'm very pleased I got this new thumbpick (even though I've got a tin full of other ones). I think this will be the one that gets pulled outa the tin from now on.
Posted by Dino Y on 22nd Dec 2014
Great fit and playability. So superior to other choices. Cant say enough good things.
Posted by Mike T on 1st Dec 2014
I've used Golden Gate thumbpicks for years but they inevitably end up 'squared-off'. Time will tell whether the BCT-JDL will resist that fate for significantly longer (I expect that it will) but I can say that it is extremely comfortable and required no time at all to get used to.
I wasn't sure about the sizing since I have rather small fingers but the L was exactly right, as it turned out.
The price is high, but if it, in fact, lasts for a long time without wearing down then I will be a 100% satisfied customer!
Posted by Denis Lacroix on 13th Nov 2014
nice attack angle.....produces a good solid tone and doesn't dig into your thumb...stays in place without cutting the circulation to the thumb also
Posted by jean nowak on 4th Nov 2014
excellent product, efficient order and shipping.
the BCT-JDL is too short for my big thumb !!!
It is too small but quite " comfortable"
I'll order the BCT-1L on your excellent site .
Posted by Al Segars on 27th Oct 2014
This is the very best thumb pick available. Fits nicely, creates great tone, and does not stick to strings. Very fluid and very well made. Yes, it is costly, the price made me think long and hard but it is worth every nickel. Very happy with this pick.
Posted by Mike Jackson on 19th Aug 2014
I am a cheapskate so the blue chip thumb pick never came on my radar. I was continually frustrated with my plastic pics getting hung up on my 5th string - that will shut down a solo faster than "shave and a haircut". However with the Blue Chip there is no catching or anxiety. My only issue is that I need to order another one because my son keeps taking mine.
Posted by Paul Chiara on 21st Jul 2014
Really, really great pick. Plenty of thumb picks give good tone but I've never found one that fits even close to as well as a blue chip. It stays exactly where it's supposed to all the time and sounds great. It's worth every penny and I'll definitely try other models...
Posted by RJShipman on 14th Jul 2014
I'm a latecomer and relative 'newbie' to the banjo. The first BCT-JDL was a gift and quickly became the only one I use! The second one was an insurance policy against losing my favorite pick! I can't imagine how long it will take to wear one out; and the construction and materials appear bullet-proof. Class Act. You get my vote.