Simple. Ask if anybody's got a spare pick on them. If ya have anybody at the gig that is of course.
There is always at least one person in any crowd just dying to let everybody know HE plays guitar. And is pro enough to always carry a pick.
On the other hand. If you use leather picks, the odds of breaking one is very slim. They do get lostba bit as folks justr love them so steal them at every chance.
To get by youi can always cut the pointy end of ya belt or guitar strap if it is leather and you are away.
Maybe about six to eight layers of gaffa (Duct) tape cut to shape may do the trick too.
Hope that helps.
Graham


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