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What flint for beginners?

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Muskyman:
Got my rock today. I tried to knap a few pieces. Emphasis on tried. I struggled around for a while and destroyed 4-5 of my pieces and finally gave up for now. Bac to the videos for me. I’ll post a few pictures of what was happening and maybe I can get some feedback.
First thing I have learned is it’s not easy like the guys in the videos make it seem.. I bought a 25 lb box and I have a feeling I’ll turn it all into a bunch of chips and dust  ; that’s okay but I really thought I’d do better. Should have known better. Here’s a couple pictures of my best 2 efforts. Far from good.

Muskyman:
Back side and some of my problems

Muskyman:
Another picture

Muskyman:
One more

Allyn T:
That's a great start don't worry too much. All of us made a ton of gravel, that's how ya learn. The more ya do it the better you'll start to understand what they are talking about in the videos too.

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