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Clovis points

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nclonghunter:
Thanks guys, those look good to me.

I am going to make a jig, I think that's the way to go.

Bone pile:
I use direct percussion,the nipple set up is the key. also i don't finish the tip until the flutes  are struck. I wrap the point in my soft leather I use for pressure flaking,hold it tight against my leg and strike the nipple. It takes more than a few times to get comfortable hitting it hard enough. After it's fluted I finish the tip and done.
Roger

Zuma:
I do my flutes like bonepile. I use jean legs for pressure and flutes.
Try using some good Edwards or Georgetown. Mid west cherts flute well also.
Just my opinion--- True Clovis points have hinge fractures, Folsoms have long
thinning flakes like ones produced with jigs. Sure there are Clovis with out hinged
flutes but I think they were always attempting to hinge out.
With percussion make sure your nipple is in line with a center ridge on the biface.
Start with smaller Clovis and work up to Six inchers. lol
Zuma

cowboy:
I built a Solberger not too long ago and am still experimenting when I have a chance. Those turned out nice.

JackCrafty:
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