Introduction to Flint Knapping
Step back in time to learn how our ancestors created tools from flint.
Course Description
During this one day introduction to flint knapping course students will learn the techniques of working with flint to create a variety of tools including arrowheads, drills, saws and blades which were used by our ancestors for everything from game procurement and processing to fine craft work.
Gain an understanding of quality material selection as well as what equipment is used to refine the flint down to effective and simply elegant tools.
This course is ideal for those who wish to further their understanding of knapping and general primitive technologies. Whether you have prior experience or are wanting to try something new, this course is not to be missed. Students should expect to end the day with a selection of flint tools and a solid foundation of knowledge and hands on experience regarding flint knapping.
Subjects Covered:
Flint - its history, how it is formed, where you can find it, how our ancestors may have worked out its varied properties.
Examples - see what our ancestors will have used flint for, from sparks for fire to arrowheads, saws, blades, axes and knives.
Materials - mother stone or core, cortex, debitage, hammerstone, soft hammer we will help make sense of it all.
Techniques - from percussion flaking to pressure flaking.
Tools - learn what our ancestor’s used to work flint and how these have been adapted over the ages.
Basics - create flakes, sharp edges that can be used for fire lighting or as basic cutting tools for gutting fish or preparing game.
More Advanced - work on an arrow head, saw or blade.
Suitable for:
This course is aimed at adults and accompanied mid / late teens.
Course Details
Location: Southern Peak District
Course Length: One Day
Start/End: 09:30-16:30
Max Course Size: 10
Price: £70
Course Dates
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9:30pm-4:30pm | Location: Peak District
Course Description
During this one day introduction to flint knapping course students will learn the techniques of working with flint to create a variety of tools including arrowheads, drills, saws and blades which were used by our ancestors for everything from game precurment and processing to fine craft work.
Gain an understanding of quality material selection as well as what equipment is used to refine the flint down to effective and simply elegant tools.
This course is ideal for those who wish to further their understanding of knapping and general primitive technologies. Whether you have prior experience or are wanting to try something new, this course is not to be missed. Students should expect to end the day with a selection of flint tools and a solid foundation of knowledge and hands on experience regarding flint knapping.
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