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Climbing rope is perfect. Or you could get 8 mm 'accessory cord' which is used to make slings etc also sold in climbing shops by the meter and a bit cheaper than 'proper rope' or static.

Hi all, i'm looking for a source of flint for knapping arrowheads, knifes etc.. I've been knapping for quite a while now and was given a load of perfect flint when I started, the problem is all thats gone now.....The best flint comes from under the ground where it hasn't been exposed to freezing...

The quality as in how few faults it has in it is judged by hitting it and listening to the noise. A high ring is what you want - no dull thuds. I'm really looking for big pieces to make tools with (yes I know a lot of the ancient tools were small). I'm into archery and make all my own bows...

I went to Bridlington yesterday and walked all around the cliffs - lots of flint but all really poor quality. I only found 2 fist sized lumps that had a decent ring to them and these are now arrow heads! Can anybody give me a heads up to where any flint quarries are? I've heard of people...

I've walked and mountain biked it, I wouldn't worry about route finding at all. Collies can do 100 miles a day no problems! GPS's should be hit with a large hammer. If you are going into the hills navigation with a map and compass is 100% essential. If you have the required skills with a map a...

Thanks a lot for the replies. The info is appreciated! Think i'll be going for a drive soon.

Or other knappable stone?

Hi, i'm wondering if anybody out there can point me in the direction of any flint deposits in the North of England? I live near Darlington. I've been searching quite a bit and haven't really come up with any decent stuff. There is lots on the beaches but only little nodules, the biggest i've...