They were first extracted for fabrication into flint axes in the Neolithic period, then for knapping into flintlocks. |
The whole way along you'll be invited to handle prehistoric objects and view films on the making of fire and flint knapping. |
Flint knapping, fire making or the different techniques used to paint the interior of caves, are part of the contents of this workshop. |
A few pieces survived, along with knapping flakes. |
Other trenches have revealed chipped wood flakes, flint knapping flakes and even wound fibres that appear to have been used as string. |
Ohio flint, which is among the finest flint in North America, was worked extensively by prehistoric Indians and is widely sought for knapping and use in the lapidary trade. |