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Video: Hammerstone Spalling inspired by Ishi's Method - Aboriginally linked

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AncientTech:
This is an interpretation of American aboriginal spalling based on a photo of Ishi spalling with a hammerstone.  The interpretation is also based on some other records, some which date back to the 19th century.  Such records involve the use of the thigh, as the "anvil".  In reality, the thigh is an elastic surface that plays a role in the creation of the flake.  The video also does not cover bifacial reduction, via hammerstone - only spalling.  Also, the video is only intended as an interpretation of aboriginal technology, based on known records.

https://youtu.be/VODmEGc30io



 

le0n:
nice :)

AncientTech:
Thanks,

You probably noticed that it is also a form of edge to edge technology.  You can see cortex on both sides of the flake.

Ancient Tech

le0n:
yep, and super flat.

when i attempted to spall a few months ago i had the stone suspended (no support) and was using a hard hammerstone. it resulted in spalls with large bulbs of percussion.

i need to go back to that rock and attempt it with the base supported. i still have a few of them left.

caveman2533:
Try it with a softer hammer stone also. Large enough but softer.

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