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Flintknapping - Blade Core- Chest Crutch - Part 1

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Uploaded by on Jan 12, 2008

This is part 1 of a 4 part series showing how to remove blades from an obsidian core using a chest crutch. Part 1 thru 3 show the use of a standing chest crutch. Part 4 shows the use of a short sitting type chest crutch.

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  • Does this technique( 5:52)work just as well on chert?

  • @kyletango Yes, you can remove blades from chert or obsidian using a punch...

  • obsidian blades were the main weapon for the aztecs!! Great Video Hails To You!!

  • Thanks, I'll probably do another blade core video soon....jim

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  • Jim you do a great job of describing your actions.

  • Jim, you are a master of your craft! Thanks for sharing.

    -James

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