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 | HAMMERSTONES
These stones are the right shape and size for use in percussion flintknapping work. These stones come in a variety of weights which are useful for different purposes and types of flintknapping materials. If you are first building your tool kit, it is suggested to get the five hammerstone sampler which has a wide selection of weights.
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SINGLE HAMMERSTONE
(Item #FKS004A): $3.00
SINGLE HEAVY HAMMERSTONE
(Item #FKS004C): $3.00
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FIVE HAMMERSTONES
(Item #FKS004B): $12.00
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QUARTZITE HAMMERSTONE
Item #FKS007: $5.00
This hammerstone is intended for use during groundstone manufacturing and maintenance. It is generally a quartzite or other hard cobble with several initial flakes struck off to create a wedge shaped edge. Further flakes should be struck off to maintain this edge during use.
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| BILLETS
These billets (aka. boppers) are solid elk or deer antler pieces of various weights. Can be used for detailed soft hammer percussion work. These are of a length and size useful for use by the controlled swinging of the hand. The ends are left unfinished so that you can shape them as desired.
DEFINITION
Item #FKS013A - TINE: $18.00
Item #FKS013B - BASE: $20.00
Item #FKS013C - BEAM: $22.00
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LEATHER LAP SHIELD
A larger piece of leather (approximately 1 foot by 1 1/2 foot) useful for both pressure and percussion flaking. If held double in the hand, it both protects and pads the palm. When lain across the legs, it helps protect the legs from the flakes and blows of percussion work. Available in either Cow, Elk or Split Bison Hide. The Half Size Lap Shield is good primarily as an alternative Palm Guard (currently out of Elk Hide).
Cow Hide - Item #FKS011A: $25.00
Elk Hide - Item #FKS011B: $30.00
Split Bison Hide - Item #FKS011C: $37.00
Half Size Lap Shield (6" x 9") - Item #FKS010: $15.00
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EYE PROTECTORS
Item #FKS012: $3.00
Plastic Eye Goggles are useful for safety during most flintknapping activity, especially for heavy percussion work and groundstone manufacturing. These are sized so they will fit over prescription eyewear. The plastic flexible fame is perforated for maximum ventilation.
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FLINTKNAPPING
FIRST AID KIT
w/ HANDBOOK
Item #FKS006A: $15.00
A selection of first aid materials which provide an essential part of any flintknapper's kit. It includes a box of several types of regular bandages, 2 pressure bandages, a tube of antiseptic ointment, some eye wash, and a bottle of super glue. This kit also includes a handbook of basic first aid advice for flintknappers written by Dr. Arizona.
FIRST AID HANDBOOK ALONE
Item #FKS006B: $3.00
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FLINTKNAPPER'S KNAPP BAG
Item #FKS008: $15.00
This bag is perfect for a flintknapper's tools and supplies. There is a plastic container to hold your flakes, multiple zippered pockets for your arrowheads and first aid supplies, and sleeves for your pressure flakers.
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FLAKING EDGE MODIFIER
This essential flintknapping tool is useful for modifying (dulling) the edge of a knapped item in preparation for continued flaking activity, both percussion and pressure. An edge thus modified can subsequently accept the pressure of a flaking handle or the percussion of a hammerstone without collapsing. Available in either modern material (which produces less hazardous silica dust) or a more traditional scoria-type stone.
DEFINITION
A. Modern Material
(Item #FKS005A): $3.00
B. Traditional Material
(Item #FKS005B): $7.00
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GROUND COVERS
These are thick canvas tarps to cover the area where you are flintknapping, making it easier to clean up. This is essential for any flintknapping activity for both safety reasons and to protect the archaeological record from modern contamination. The smaller tarp (approximately 6' x 9') works for pressure flaking, whereas for any percussion work the larger tarp is suggested.
A. Small
(Item #FKS0014A): $25.00
B. Large
(Item #FKS0014B): $45.00
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