How to Make Arrow and Spearheads out of Slate

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Search for some slate (a flat stone used to make roof tiles).

   Often the stone's tip will be sharp enough as is. ,, If you plan to use the arrow with a bow, make another small notch (a quarter to a half inch long) at the opposite end of the shaft for the bowstring. ,, The feathers help the arrow/spear fly better.
   
   This is optional
   - for a simpler model, skip this step.
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   Step 2: Smash the slate (to get the right shape snap bits off with your thumb

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   Step 3: Slowly chip out the shape of your arrow/spearhead

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   Step 4: using another stone or hard

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   Step 5: pointed object.

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   Step 6: Sharpen your slate using another stone if necessary.

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   Step 7: Get a good sized arrow/spear shaft by going to a woodland area.

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   Step 8: Split the stick down the middle for about an inch

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   Step 9: and then insert the arrowhead

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    Step 10: tip out.

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    Step 11: Secure by tying as tightly as you can with leather strip

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    Step 12: or nylon string.

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    Step 13: Place feathers at the back end of the arrow or spear .

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