first non preform point HELP PLEASE

[Spotted Dog]

ok , I know this ain't Purdy but my first attempt to do an ABO point. I know the abrader is from a grinding wheel
Comments please.
From a Burlington flake I had.

Dog

[Ed Brooks]

looks like a killer from here. Ed

[nclonghunter]

I really like Burlington and Keokuk for points..

Your point is ready for an arrow...looks great to me.

[le0n]

that looks pretty to me.

excellent work

also, that burlington looks just like the keokuk i have.

[Spotted Dog]

Thanks guys. got some flakes and stuff coming Tom.
I hope to get more practice in soon.

Dog

[Majuba Tom]

That looks good to me. Thanks for posting

[Spotted Dog]

I got into my fire making kits and found that piece. Man the chips go everywhere.
I think , at least hope I like this. To be able to make my own points.

[Spotted Dog]

Got the box of goodies from Tom. Now for some learnin.
Thanks Tom.

Dog

[Majuba Tom]

No problem. Enjoy!

[caveman2533]

Thats a great start, keep at it and don't give up. Study it and learn the techniques and it will get easier.

[Trapper Rob]

Dan the only thing I can see wrong with it is there's no blood on it.

[Spotted Dog]

Thanks guys. I am having trouble with pressure flaking. How to discern platforms.  Maybe my lighting is bad.
I abrade but can't seem to get a flake . Only tiny chips. Of coarse I'm working on small stuff. Help Please.

[le0n]

Could be the angle of attack, could be the energy you're applying,  could be the tine quality, could be the supporting of the piece, could be a weak platform, could be the grain of the rock. Any of these variables (and more) can easily play a role in what's happening.

Show us the before and after edge you attempt to flake. Show us the resulting tiny chips.

Take a photo of how you are holding the piece you're working on. Are you bracing on the inside of your legs?

Give as much info as possible.

[le0n]

^^ in for explanation.

also, nice sketch

[Spotted Dog]

I think the angle and support of the piece first and then tine.