243 - Instructional Flintknapping Video - Concentration of Force

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Jack Crafty

Jack Crafty

Күн бұрын

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@teddyrobo1
@teddyrobo1 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching your videos for a couple years, it’s so cool that KZbin suggested this old video! Amazing, what a look into the past!
@warriorworkstraining
@warriorworkstraining Жыл бұрын
It feels so good to see you turning a piece, and I find the platform that I would hit next, and then you hit it, lol. It's like scratching an itch on my brain. lol
@entrepreneursfinest
@entrepreneursfinest Жыл бұрын
Excellent instruction by a legend in his own time! Well that does it. I've got a full knap kit at home but I'm on the road working so I'm going to the hardware store to build kit #2.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty Жыл бұрын
Nice! 😁👍
@zizwheel2000
@zizwheel2000 11 жыл бұрын
I've watched Hundreds of videos before this one. I can Honestly say that I learned more from this one than all of the rest put together. I never realized how close to the edge you were putting your percussion tool. Very informative video. Keep'em coming and I MIGHT learn something one of these days.!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing your Knowledge.
@arvilmogensen1945
@arvilmogensen1945 4 жыл бұрын
I have watched a large number of the authors videos. Somehow, I missed this older video. I watched it last evening. It seems we watch but at times we do not watch close enough or listen carefully enough. I have been using Indirect Percussion for 2-years after years and years of Pressure Flaking. Indirect Percussion is in my opinion a very effective method to thin points. This instructional video is worth the time to watch. A lot of comment not discussed in latter videos. The rough flake he started from is one most every knapper has seen. Explanation of how to start, the thinking, and for me, still more attention to using small platforms. As a long time knapper, pressure flaker of Obsidian, I ground stout platforms. The latter is I think a detriment to knapping Flint, as too heavy blows are required leading to snapped points. Knapping is as with most things, not something quickly learned. From shortcuts, but from A LOT of practice. Thanks for making the video. Practice continues.
@Chief2Moon
@Chief2Moon 4 жыл бұрын
I can't squeal it loud enough, your videos are a WEALTH of information. I need to find a better word than "Thanks"!!!
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome.
@stevenwoods9232
@stevenwoods9232 4 жыл бұрын
Love this Jack, you're a master in napping. Thanks for your videos
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that very much. I'm glad my videos are useful.
@WAGONJON
@WAGONJON 11 жыл бұрын
Showing a few little flaws in a point making vid is certainly helpful. It shows what is to be done in that situation. There are way more failures than successes when someone is first starting out knapping. You executed out the hard spots flawlessly! Great vid!!
@thomasjohnson3205
@thomasjohnson3205 3 жыл бұрын
I liked the small platforms being pointed out. Detailed information,
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. This is and old one. My latest videos show close up explanations of platforms also.
@jamieelder7438
@jamieelder7438 11 жыл бұрын
WOW! Great video as usual. I saw your "error" there towards the end and thought what a devastating mishap. But as usual just a little "touch up" work and all is well. I think what makes a person good at anything is knowing that they can repair any mistakes they make. Outstanding!
@davidkinney7814
@davidkinney7814 5 жыл бұрын
Patrick : Third time to watch. You are the man.
@davidleasure9138
@davidleasure9138 6 жыл бұрын
Outstanding as always. You have the gift. Thanks for sharing
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks David.
@othelloperrello6604
@othelloperrello6604 6 ай бұрын
Incredibly useful as a beginner, thank you
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful
@maknifeandrods7701
@maknifeandrods7701 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the instructions. After digging up old chucks of stone from my old failures 4-5 years ago I’m trying to get a biface. After destroying most of the rocks I have I’m now trying to take flakes and make something. Two hardest things are humps on small pieces and ridges going down the middle and can’t get the flakes to cross the ridge.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, very real problems. I overcame those by being very aggressive with the flaking.
@maknifeandrods7701
@maknifeandrods7701 3 жыл бұрын
@@KnapperJackCrafty thank you for the reply
@ForwardNewsToday
@ForwardNewsToday 2 жыл бұрын
Jack crafty you’re thinking about every step you take way more than what you are consciously aware of. Your skills and experience are so deeply instilled in your brain stem that you are completely unaware of the unconscious cognitive processes taking place
@draven3838
@draven3838 4 жыл бұрын
I looked at how I snapped doing about and I'm more like you in looking for the platforms and problem areas ,so I have now switched to copper more and I break a lot less points and thinning my bases before the tip and shaping I break almost no tips ,thank you for your ever flowing videos
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
I'm very glad you're having some success with copper. I remember when it finally became less like torture and more like a hobby when I was breaking less rock... ha ha.
@draven3838
@draven3838 4 жыл бұрын
@@KnapperJackCrafty indeed ,I enjoy it more with less frustration
@davidleasure9138
@davidleasure9138 6 жыл бұрын
Jack I have a spall and want to break it into pieces for flint and steel. By hitting high on a platform will of give thicker flakes. Really enjoy watching you and the superb art you do
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 жыл бұрын
Yes. Hitting higher on the platform, together with lots of force, usually produces larger flakes. If you just need chunks, you might try setting it down flat on dirt and smashing it in the middle with a vertical blow.
@christopherbunik2116
@christopherbunik2116 3 жыл бұрын
I don't want to bug you, thank you great info.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 3 жыл бұрын
No worries. You're not bugging me.
@pestleman1951
@pestleman1951 11 жыл бұрын
Yep never had much trouble making really thick points !! lol ;p Best instructional and best explained how-to knapping vid I've ever seen !!! Hands down !!! Not really fair, after I struggled for decades on my own to see this now !!! lol lol Masterful job Bro, you ought to charge money ... or at least put advertising on these great ones !!!
@kullcraven
@kullcraven 11 жыл бұрын
Hey man i just learnt alot thanks so much. I need to make some of those tools , that point turned out amazing. very good job buddy.
@davidleasure9138
@davidleasure9138 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack for your answers
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
What a great compliment. Thank you! Sorry for responding so late... don't know why I missed this. :-)
@VOGTLANDOUTDOORS
@VOGTLANDOUTDOORS 4 жыл бұрын
LOVE your & HuntPrimitive channels!... NEWBIE QUESTION... CAN I simply go buy a COW LEGBONE instead of trying to find an ELK ANTLER for a "big bopper"? SEEMS ro ME that constraining myself to must-be-ANTLER means for ONE dead elk you only get 2 (two) boppers, so only a measely 2 people in my tribe are now knapping... ...but if we use LEG BONES, then on dead elk means 8 (eight) tribesmen are now knapping (each legbone yields 2 boppers).. IS it possible to direct-percussion knap using a LEG bone in plave of an ANTLER bone?... AFAIK, ANTLER IS in fact BONE - YES?
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
Are you aware that elk shed their antlers once a year? Elk do not shed their leg bones. But, yes, you can use leg bones if you dont mind the fact that they are not as durable as antler and often do not perform well on difficult stone.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
Oh, and thank you for the kind words. I'm very glad you like the channel. Forgive me if my answer was a bit annoying. I cant tell if people are being serious or funny when asking me a question. 😁
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Hate advertising... so I won't stick any on my videos. But I'm glad you think it's that good. :-)
@Adam-jk6uz
@Adam-jk6uz 8 жыл бұрын
This was a very well explained and informative video. Thanks!!
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam.
@gkess7106
@gkess7106 4 жыл бұрын
Could the ridge be used as a platform? Or do all flakes start from the outer edge? Does the rounded rough copper end of your tool help grip the arrowhead’s platform?
@rodzilla41
@rodzilla41 6 жыл бұрын
you, sir, are the Edward Van Halen of flint knapping...
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you.
@samgibson684
@samgibson684 9 ай бұрын
You rock! THANK YOU!
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 9 ай бұрын
You're very welcome
@erichhunterph.d.198
@erichhunterph.d.198 5 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
I've got a couple videos on that. Have you seen them? What are you having trouble with: short flakes, crushed edges, platform preparation? 200 - 1/2 Spalling Chert (Flint) for Flintknapping 201 - 2/2 Spalling Chert (Flint) for Flintknapping
@kullcraven
@kullcraven 11 жыл бұрын
Man this is great, and a very good instructional vid. I'm going to have to make up one of those tools. I only use my copper billet and antler and i break some and make alot of gravel lol. This may help me out. thanks bud
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
I'll put the materials in the description of the video.
@markgyver809
@markgyver809 4 жыл бұрын
May I make a suggestion. You ever considered an archery glove vs. hockey tape. Just tryn to help u back.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
Sure. I would use an archery glove if they were cheap. Tape doesn't cost a lot of money.
@HWPcville
@HWPcville 6 жыл бұрын
You have raised knapping to a high art and the results are beautiful. How long have you been knapping? Do you do this as a business or more for the enjoyment? Either way you're creating art. Thanks for posting.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words. I've been knapping since 2007 but not making recognisable arrowheads until 2009.
@MikeSmith-y6e
@MikeSmith-y6e 11 жыл бұрын
Great video ! Very helpful .Can you give some info on the two tools your using . What are they made of ? Dimensions ? Ect...
@dansparrow2897
@dansparrow2897 5 жыл бұрын
Brian, you talk about sending the force into the rock. Does that mean you change your striking direction?
@pestleman1951
@pestleman1951 11 жыл бұрын
Haha that's how I feel , half the time when ads come up I just click out !! lol My only real suggestion would be to add the words FOR BEGINNERS in the actual title, cause newbies could never find a better vid to start on !!! I've sent newbies to your channel before and them come back to me with "But which one EXACTLY !!!" lol lol
@jerryjohnson4013
@jerryjohnson4013 5 жыл бұрын
Can you tell a newly made one from one made centuries ago? I'm afraid of buying one. Also, what is the abrasive stone for? Thanks, good job
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 5 жыл бұрын
It's very difficult to tell a real arrowhead from a good fake. Most collectors prefer to find their own, so they know they have real ones. If you do some research, you can get a good idea of prices and if you think it's a good deal, then buy it.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 5 жыл бұрын
The abrasive stone is used to get rid of the sharp edge so a flake can be removed without crushing the edge during the flake removal.
@stevenwoods9232
@stevenwoods9232 4 жыл бұрын
As a beginner , I thought your vocational exploration is explicit in your napping. Thanks
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jamie!
@Redshift313
@Redshift313 10 жыл бұрын
Awesome video... Thanks
@davestanbro1422
@davestanbro1422 10 жыл бұрын
I am trying the indirect percussion using an hickory broom handle with copper in the end but it breaks up pretty fast. Where did you get the plastic rods? Thanks for all the information. I feel I made a huge leap forward.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 10 жыл бұрын
I buy the rods from grainger . com (White UHMW-PE Rod) but other online stores sell it also. You can get small pieces on ebay as well, for cheap prices.
@johnnyprentiss4803
@johnnyprentiss4803 9 жыл бұрын
Did you ever end up explaining how and why you ground the tip? I'm trying to recreate this point(in obsidian) for hunting. Do you think it's necessary?
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 9 жыл бұрын
A few of my arrowheads have ground tips. I just carefully ground the points on a bench grinder with a fine grit stone. You have to go very slowly or the tips break. Anyway, the reason I did this was to create very strong tips that won't snap off while handling the arrows. It's not necessary and probably not helpful for hunting. It was just an experiment. I don't think I've done a video on it.
@pestleman1951
@pestleman1951 11 жыл бұрын
Yeah haha,I don't get em often or for long but when while they last I'm bright as a star !! lol
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Thanks! What an awesome compliment! My ego thanks you very much. :-)
@melleybelley1
@melleybelley1 8 жыл бұрын
did you start off with indirect percussion first or the traditional style first
@jakobgrunstein1092
@jakobgrunstein1092 6 жыл бұрын
if antler is too soft, can not a tooth or a shaped stone be inserted instead of copper?
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 6 жыл бұрын
Yes, but a tooth or a stone will sheer off after a few powerful strikes. Then you have to dig out the bottom half from the hole. Not fun.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Good Idea.
@FunHobbies225
@FunHobbies225 3 жыл бұрын
why do i keep getting step fratures
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 3 жыл бұрын
Because you're still learning?
@FunHobbies225
@FunHobbies225 3 жыл бұрын
@@KnapperJackCrafty no because my stones are stupid hmmmm
@FunHobbies225
@FunHobbies225 3 жыл бұрын
@@KnapperJackCrafty always have problems with Edwards chert feels really hard as hell lol like a brick
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 3 жыл бұрын
@@FunHobbies225 oh yes
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@geoffmayo2158
@geoffmayo2158 11 жыл бұрын
I'm having trouble flaking spalls
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. :-)
@HambonesAdventures
@HambonesAdventures 7 жыл бұрын
Hey it's Hambone I tried emailing you it said it didn't go through I'll try again. K Hambone
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 7 жыл бұрын
jackcrafty@yahoo.com
@vitaoleal
@vitaoleal 8 жыл бұрын
y cutted my hand for inexperience with glass bottle
@coldshot5555
@coldshot5555 5 жыл бұрын
My fingers go numb when I over do it, Does that ever happen to you? And look at the length on those butt flakes...
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 5 жыл бұрын
No, my fingers don't go numb but my wrist and shoulder used to hurt quite a bit. It's better now, though. I only knap occasionally.
@FrontierLegacy
@FrontierLegacy 11 жыл бұрын
Sorry about those on mine but I'll use the money to buy rocks.
@lelonbond6682
@lelonbond6682 9 жыл бұрын
why not just put on a leather glove?
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 9 жыл бұрын
+Lelon Bond Leather gloves wear out... and they cost lots of money. I hate to throw out a pair of gloves when I wear out the two fingertips of the left hand. And the flakes bounce back in my face with gloves. The leather is too loose and flings the chips around, no matter how tight the gloves are. That's my story, anyway. :-)
@lelonbond6682
@lelonbond6682 9 жыл бұрын
have you tried ceramic paving brick?or belden brick with the holes ?i was a mason and those are the hardest brick and should nap like the floor tile.cut the fingers off the gloves and when they start to wear through turn them around.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 9 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I got a few vids with glove tips on my fingers. I have to wrap tape around them to keep them from coming off... hahah. I need to look into that ceramic paving brick and the other you mentioned. Sounds interesting.
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 9 жыл бұрын
+Lelon Bond I found a video where I'm wearing some glove tips. Don't know why but this question was on my mind for a long time... kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5e8YqOtrK56qdE
@rayocaballo6122
@rayocaballo6122 Жыл бұрын
It amazes me how you can take a fat small flake and thin it I always end up with a fat bastard head
@ANXIETOR
@ANXIETOR 11 жыл бұрын
great video. thanks.
@melleybelley1
@melleybelley1 8 жыл бұрын
did you start off with indirect percussion first or the traditional style first
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 8 жыл бұрын
I started with traditional methods and developed my style of indirect percussion out of frustration. :-)
@KnapperJackCrafty
@KnapperJackCrafty 11 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
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