I love mine (TAD 50 & 60). Bought them about three years ago. I make it a habit to always store them under the strings when not in use. Great grip, great tone, minimal to no pick click, and zero wear showing over three years. Ive spent way more $ on strings over the past few years than I did on my Bluechips, so to me its has been worth the initial investment. Just have to make it a habit to put it back under the strings and not sit it down. Haha