Flintknapping

Flintknapping is the ancient craft of shaping stones, particularly flint, into tools and weapons by breaking them. This process involves striking a piece of flint with a harder object to create sharp edges and points. Flintknappers carefully control the force and angle of each strike to achieve the desired shape and sharpness. This method was essential for early human survival, allowing the creation of tools for hunting, cutting, and scraping. Today, flintknapping is both a skill for recreating prehistoric tools and an art form appreciated for its craftsmanship and historical significance.