Tortex® Sharp Info
The pick used by top musicians worldwide. Tortex® picks are carefully designed and manufactured to give the characteristic maximum memory and minimum wear that made original tortoise shell famous. Gauges (MM): .73, .88, 1.0, 1.14, 1.35, 1.50MM.
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The Tortex® Sharp FAQs
Q: How can I purchase Dunlop products?
A: We always prefer that players purchase Dunlop products at your local music store. However, if your store does not stock the item and is not willing to special order the item for you, you can order directly from us. You will find that you can purchase our products at a better price from your local music store, online music retailer, or mail order companies. We do not discount our prices, as we do not want to compete with your local music store. To order from us, just visit http://shop.jimdunlop.com/ecommerce/ or call us at 707-745-2722 and ask for the sales department. We are open Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Standard Time. We accept VISA and MasterCard over the phone. You can also fax your order to us at 707-745-2658 and include a listing of the items you wish to order along with your Name, Address, Contact Phone Number and Credit Card Information. There is a $6.25 minimum shipping and handling fee on all orders. All orders are shipped U.P.S. ground service, unless you indicate otherwise.
Q: Why is the Tortex logo a turtle?
A: Going back several decades the most popular material for guitar picks (plectra) was tortoise shell. This material was outlawed in the US and the picks became illegal and very sought after. Celluloid plastic was used in picks to give the appearance of tortoise but the feel is totally different. In 1980 Dunlop Manufacturing developed a new pick material and process that created a pick similar in action and response to the old tortoise shell and with a bit of texture on the surface. Tortoise & Texture = Tortex.
