Heavy pick

A heavy pick is a one-handed, martial melee weapon.

Description
The heavy pick is similar to a miner's pick but specifically designed for war. The haft is about 4 feet (1.2m) long and can be made of wood or metal. The metal weapon head is a slightly curved thick spike backed by either a smaller spike or a hammer head. Some heavy picks are indistinguishable from a light hammer with a pick on the back. An average heavy pick costs 8gp and weighs 6lbs (2.7kg).

Weaponology
The heavy pick is also known as a horseman's pick as they were often wielded from horseback. Picks are intended to pierce plate armor but can get stuck if swung too hard. Some training is required to wield effectively, therefore the heavy pick is classified as a martial weapon.

Other editions
The second edition player's handbook does not mention picks, but first edition and 3.5 edition do.