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Flintknapping a Graham Cave Point and the Early Archaic Period

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Pathways of the Past

Pathways of the Past

4 жыл бұрын

The Early Archaic period is the point in North American prehistory where cultures began producing diverse types of tool forms, compared to the earlier Paleoindian period. This is also the point in time when environmental conditions adjusted from the Pleistocene era to a similar to today. In this video I discuss the Early Archaic period and flintknap a point from this time period, a Graham Cave point.

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@amosadams7058
@amosadams7058 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Almost meditative to listen to you knap and talk about the history behind these points. As a knapper, I learn more and more about the history of these points thanks to your work. Keep up the good work, it is much appreciated.
@jimajello1028
@jimajello1028 2 жыл бұрын
It is so good to see a Lithic Technologist using only the organic tools that have been proven to have been used according to the reconstructive archeological record. The fracture mechanics of the organic tools used leave signatures in early preforms found in various stages. A pre- Neolithic approach (before the new stone age) in North America signals the use of hammer stone, antler, Bone, ivory & hard wood percussion & Pressure flaking. Legitimate archeological research indicates pre archaic employment of copper found in ornamental objects. When copper smelting & extraction began it's value & use changed in North America. I believe you have the correct presentation on how that Biface was actually made. References - Dr Errett Callahan, Bob Winters, Bob Patton, Jack Cresson, Scott Silsby, Jim Silk (archeological & Lithic researchers)
@Quantrills.Raiders
@Quantrills.Raiders 2 жыл бұрын
i visited graham cave by accident a couple years ago, was just driving thru and needed somewhere to camp for the night. Ranger told me about the cave and when i stood at the mouth of the cave i could feel the ghosts there. I highly suggest visiting it on a weekday when nobody else is there, feels like you travel back in time.
@henryconner6564
@henryconner6564 3 жыл бұрын
that is one of the most beautiful points I've ever seen
@draven3838
@draven3838 Жыл бұрын
Great point for atlatl and darts, these are my second favorite points
@corneliushoward4343
@corneliushoward4343 2 жыл бұрын
That turned out nice 👌🏾
@draven3838
@draven3838 Жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsman, thank you
@davidslamka2488
@davidslamka2488 4 жыл бұрын
Silas, I think this was your best video yet.
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks David! I appreciate that.
@richardwiley5933
@richardwiley5933 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful point! You have excellent technique and control.
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Richard
@rcmore1470
@rcmore1470 4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing point keep up the good work
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@charlesmckinney3560
@charlesmckinney3560 4 жыл бұрын
Another excellent production Silas! I always feel like I come away with more knowledge then I had before from every one of your videos. It's great to see your knapping techniques along with the information on the people who would be using the tool. I really like the background theme music as well, it added a certain discovery type feel to your video. Always a great start to my day seeing some new content from you!
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you feel like you’re learning from my videos! Good to know the music was a nice touch, I’ll try to keep doing that.
@antlerzflintfinder268
@antlerzflintfinder268 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video Payhways of the Past! 👍👍
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex!
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex!
@cassieangel2885
@cassieangel2885 4 жыл бұрын
Very nice point, and I like the History
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@troyhindsley9177
@troyhindsley9177 2 жыл бұрын
You sir are going to confound scientist or someone someday. They’re going to find this point and others long after we’re all gone , and they’re going to think they were really old. I just happened on your video, I will be looking forward to seeing more of them. The information you provide about the timeline sounds thoroughly researched. I’ve always been interested in knapping. I’ve never known anyone who knew enough about it to teach it to me. I guess I just need to find some good chirt and start trying.
@QuailCanyonAnthropolgy
@QuailCanyonAnthropolgy 2 жыл бұрын
I hate copper boppers, your bopper is made of moose or elk horn right? Great video, coming from a fellow knapper I know how much time, effort, and blood has been invested in your skill! thank you, I will share this content with everyone I know, even though none of them will appreciate it as much as I do!
@rcmore1470
@rcmore1470 4 жыл бұрын
Is that chert it’s my favorite material to work
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 4 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s Burlington chert from west-central Illinois
@johnmartin6140
@johnmartin6140 3 жыл бұрын
how sharp were these tools ? would you have been able to cut hair/beards with raw Burlington ?
@pathwaysofthepast
@pathwaysofthepast 3 жыл бұрын
Well, very sharp. Graham cave points and other bifacial tools would have sucked for cutting human hair since they have a finely serrated edge, would be all that comfortable for the person getting a trim. Flakes would have been better suited to that task.
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