Iron Age Gladius Picks
Iron Age guitar picks are almost in the category of, "if you only needed one pick", they're all overbuilt and quite sturdy.
They tend to sit inside of a genre of picks that are built a bit more heavily, often sought out by shredders of all types looking for a little bit more speed. Their mass ensures stiffness, and their beveled point helps you pick at higher speeds.
We tested the Gladius Ultem pick. It had a smooth picking surface and very fast attack. The predrilled holes improved the grip a little bit. In addition to the Gladius, there are also other styles available like the Secutor (moderately pointy) and Provocator (rounded tip); so knowing how "pointy" you want it is important.
Material: Ultem (Man-made)
Perhaps in a perfect world, Ultem would probably be the default standard. It's not terribly expensive but performs just a little better than Delrin. It's a bit stiffer, a bit more slippery, and a bit more wear-resistant. However, perhaps the reason it's not popular is that it's not easy to produce different colors. It usually only comes in boring yellow.
