Experimental Archaeology: production of an Early Bronze Age stone mould for axes

This is the production process of stone mould for an Early Bronze Age Axe (2000 BC). The material is a soft sandstone (biocalcarenite) , very easy to work, carve and polish, as well as very resistant to high temperatures (above 1000°C).
You can find the video of the bronze casting here
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[@elizabethparry3071]

I like that you used a bronze chisel, keeping everything authentic

[@user-kg5hg4yo1g]

Thank you! I was looking for bronze age casting using a stone mold.

[@thanielxj11]

Thanks for making this video.

[@centomille1]

Thanks for watching!u

[@victorzaidan6493]

nice

[@YEETMan-zh2ef]

nice work!😊

[@17hmr243]

do you think this would be done at night or rainy days

[@centomille1]

Better waiting for the sun...

[@WildBearFoot]

How long did it take?

[@centomille1]

@@WildBearFoot 12 hours

[@peterwikvist2433]

What is that abrasive media that you use for the polishing?

[@centomille1]

coarse river pebble and coarse sand

[@colejones20able]

What other kind of stone do you think would be useful as a alternative to soapstone

[@centomille1]

Hi Cole, this is sandstone but limestone could be good. Do not take river pebbles, because they are too hard. the best thing is to collect the stone from a proper outcrop

[@micahbush5397]

​@@Simonjose7258That's certainly best for unique intricate or unique pieces. On the other hand, stone molds make more sense if you're planning on a larger scale of production, like household tools or outfitting an army.

[@peterwikvist2433]

Hi, are you using a bronze chisel to cut the stone?

[@centomille1]

Peter Wikvist. yes it is bronze 10% of tin

[@peterwikvist2433]

Thanks for your answer. Will the bronze chisel work on red sandstone as well?

[@centomille1]

Likely, it will work. I recommend sandstone must not be a river pebble (too hard).

[@Kurogane_666]

I'm just tired watching you guys lol, any chance for arrow videos?