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jkyarcher:
I was wondering if anyone had advice on improving antler/bone tools. I don't have a lot of experience but have successfully made

some points. I had been using antler tools starting out just because I had some laying around but got some copper recently and

was surprised at the effectiveness and ease of use. Anyways I was wondering if this was typical or if my antler tools just weren't

made well. I would like to continue using antler tools just because I like the "primitiveness" of them but was wondering if anyone

had advice for improvement.

jayman448:
Ive not really used abo but ive heard that when you go to sharpen the flakers you should attempt to burnish the tip somehow. Again i have next to no abo experience tho

JackCrafty:
Natural materials can be improved by drying them thoroughly.  Some call it "curing" but it's not an exact science.  I just throw stuff in the dehydrator and call it good.

Anyways, I'm sure others will chime in soon.  But I will be dissapointed if someone says "dip the tips in super glue".   :(

iowabow:
There are a lot of improvements starting to happen with abo. It seems lately many good abo knappers are developing tools and techniques that are producing amazing results. I really recommend that you watch JackCraft's video he posted recently on abo tools. I also recommend marty Rueter's videos and when Tower post some of his new ABO points and tools that will all help you. I have been working ABO for a number of years and if you search my post you will see a number of tools and ideas that I have been working in.

iowabow:
Every knapper has a little different approach. I never sharpen my antler tip. I might change that method in a week but for now that is how I am working.

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