flintknapping

Metin Eren, Ph.D., associate professor and director of archeology at Kent State University, demonstrates flintknapping. Credit: Kent State UniversityEvery around the globe, hundreds of stone artifacts enthusiasts dedicate their time to striking stones with specialized tools, striving to fashion flawless arrowheads or knives. This endeavor, known as flintknapping, is seen by many as an intricate pastime or artistic pursuit, which was assumed to sporadically necessitate bandages or stitches.Yet, recent studies propose that…

Metin Eren, Ph.D., associate professor and director of archeology at Kent State University, demonstrates flintknapping. Credit: Kent State University Every day, hundreds of stone artifact enthusiasts around the world sit down and begin striking a stone with special tools attempting to craft the perfect arrowhead or knife. This craft is known as flintknapping, and for most, it is a skilled hobby or art form that was thought to…