Flint napping awl ?

[David Bickish]

Can anyone tell me where I can get a flint napping awl for dressing flints as discribed in the article on flint napping?

 

[Claude Mathis]

You don't need a special gadget. Just put it at half-cock (unloaded) and gently tap the edge of the flint with the back of your knife blade.

 

[Black Hand]

Or - empty your prime, close the pan, and knap if it is not possible to unload first. Keep pointed in a safe direction just in case....

 

[oldarmy]

I have a couple of them.
They work great. It's been so long since I bought it, can't remember who I got it from.
Private e-mail me. I will sell you the extra one.

 

[MikeC]

I literally made one in 5 minutes using a nail.

Cut the tip off with linesman pliers and file smooth. Then file a flat spot about 3/16" long and about 1/4 or so of the nails width deep and your done. I tap the nail head with a knife or my leatherman tool. Works like a charm and it's fast and foolproof.

 

[BrownBear]

I'm not a flinter, but I nap flint for other things. One of the most controllable nappers around is the point of a deer horn. Really fine for small dressing moves.

No idea if it's PC or not, but it sure works.