Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Flintknapping => Topic started by: AncientArcher76 on April 21, 2010, 04:18:27 pm
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Hi guys need ur opinion on size and shape of point do u think works best for taking big game? ??? I make many different kinds and sizes but I have not yet took big game with a stone head! Ive taken deer with metal broadheads and have a good idea whats a good range but just would like a second opinion! Thanks guys for your help!!!
Russ
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size would depend on what your area requires as being legal
where i am at it doesnt matter what the size of "stone" head is,its still illegal to use
that sucks,cause i make some nice heads that will never ever get to see game,some never even will get to se a shaft
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Here's what I'm using. I like simple, triangle points.
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Russ, Opinions are like -------- everybodys got one :D Hears mine an I'm no expert. In Penna. we have to be at least 7/8" wide an no longer than 3" an non barbed. The points that mostly fits this critera is a Ishi type point. I honestly think that a narrower point would work better. Another important think to consider no matter what type of point you decide on is the transistion from point to shaft. Bases need to be thin to achieve this an your hafting should blend into your shaft. I like the 3 to 1 ratio on metal points, so I guess that could be a starting place. Good Luck , Bob
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I started with a basic stemmed point made from obsidion. I used cane shafts and ended the shaft at the top of the stem. I had two break at the top of the stem where the shaft ended. One dead hog, one lost hog. I also killed a small buck with that but couldn't find the arrow. I switched to a side notch. I have killed a deer and two hogs with no problems. I made some Dalton style points for some people to use, several people have killed critters and no one has reported anything lost due to breakage of the point. The side notched and the Daltons were wider than the shaft for a little more strength. I also switched to chert, I prefer Texas cherts but I also use Kentucky Blue, hornstone, and Buffalo River. Bill
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i pretty much use a notched triangle that makes legal width. they are as small as i can get em and keep them legal they usually only weigh in around 50-60 grains
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Cool thanks guys and some nice points posted I like the simple side notched triangle myself!
CHEERS!
Russ
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Side-notched triangle is what I make for hunting, too.
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Ive gone and made some legal sized turkey tails and they look sweet on a shaft I will get a few pics here shortly Im at work right now!