Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Most beginner flintknappers don’t fail because of their tools—they fail because they don’t know where to hit.

In this video, I break down one of the biggest mistakes I see new knappers make: choosing the wrong platform. I’ll show you how to identify the best place to strike, what angles to look for, and why one small change can completely transform your flintknapping results.

Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been knapping for years, understanding platform selection will help you remove longer flakes, reduce step fractures, and make better arrowheads.

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