Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Flintknapping => Topic started by: lostarrow on June 10, 2014, 03:02:13 pm
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I think I'm getting the hang of it. After a few dozen points ( mostly with crap local material, due to not wanting to mess up the nice stuff Knapper gave me) I feel I have a fair grasp of the mechanics involved. I found that practicing on some predictable material like glass gave me a better understanding of how the flakes can/ should / might come off. Now all I need is plenty of practice and the time to do it ::) ;D.
I stopped by the local stained glass shop to see what they had. He melts various bits in a kiln to make a 15"-18" disc about 5/16" thick . He gave me a chunk of one that didn't turn out like he wanted to try it out. This is what I came up with. Please , all constructive criticism appreciated.
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It looks pretty darn good to me.
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Lost Arrow, looks like ya got the mechanics down, just keep on knappin and you will learn to refine your skills, Just takes lots of material and practice. I like the red glass , I don't see it to often. Nice lookin point. Bob
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That is a nice looking point.
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That is an interesting source! He may be able to supply you with really cool variations. Nice point! Knap on.
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Looks real good! I still struggle with it but getting them thin from the start helps with the final product.
Tracy
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Really cool point!
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I'm by no means there yet, but looking forward to the journey. I learn a little more from each one. Still need lots of work on the thinning. The glass seems to lessen the learning curve. Plus, they can always make more glass if I screw a piece up. ;) . I need to make myself some more serious tools as well. Just have to find the time ::) Thanks everyone for posting such inspiring works.
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I like it. Glass can make you slow down and think. Otherwise you end up with a broken point. good learning material
Knapper
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It looks like candy. I weened myself on glass too.
I was stone poor. Nice point.
Zuma
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go to a hobby shop and look for mosaic glass.