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lostarrow:
I think I'm getting the hang of it. After a few dozen points ( mostly with crap local material, due to not wanting to mess up the nice stuff Knapper gave me) I  feel I have a fair grasp of the mechanics involved. I found that practicing on some  predictable material  like glass gave me a better understanding of how the flakes can/ should / might come off. Now all I need is  plenty of practice and the time to do it ::) ;D. 
  I stopped by the local stained glass shop to see what they had. He melts various bits in a kiln to make a 15"-18" disc about 5/16" thick . He gave me a chunk of one that didn't turn out like he wanted to try it out. This is what I came up with. Please , all constructive criticism appreciated.

mullet:
It looks pretty darn good to me.

Outbackbob48:
Lost Arrow, looks like ya got the mechanics down, just keep on knappin and you will learn to refine your skills, Just takes lots of material and practice. I like the red glass , I don't see it to often. Nice lookin point. Bob

JEB:
That is a nice looking point.

cowboy:
That is an interesting source! He may be able to supply you with really cool variations. Nice point! Knap on.

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