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  1. 04-09-2011, 10:26 #1
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    hi all
    just to update my original post that i have access to alot of flint.i have sent a fair bit so far in exchange for postage costs and a small swap for my time.its been very sucessful so far with both parties very happy.
    feel free to ask and i could also send pics if need be.
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  2. 04-09-2011, 21:11 #2
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    out of curiosity is the flint mined or surface fines?
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  3. 04-09-2011, 21:29 #3
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    where i have permission to shoot there is loads on the surface.came across a chunk the size of two footballs last time there.mainly black.
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  4. 04-09-2011, 21:45 #4
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    Ade sent me up some a while ago... Its jet black and wonderful flint.

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  5. 04-09-2011, 22:26 #5
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    Hi Ade

    Can you send me some please to put in mine and my sons fire starting kits.

    Let me know how much postage will cost and we can sort out what sort of things you want as a thank you for getting it for me.

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  6. 04-09-2011, 23:07 #6
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    Cheers al.the fatwood is great stuff.phil,replied to your pm thanks.

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  7. 05-09-2011, 18:30 #7
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    pms replied to and flint posted today.any problems let me know asap.
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  8. 05-09-2011, 19:40 #8
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    Is flint that rare? I seem to see it everywhere or do I live in an especially flint rich area? Might bring some French 'silex pressignien' back from holiday if anyone is interested
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  9. 05-09-2011, 20:34 #9
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    i'm helping those who dont have it in their area as i have access to loads and happy to post.
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  10. 05-09-2011, 20:36 #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by adestu View Post
    i'm helping those who dont have it in their area as i have access to loads and happy to post.
    Perhaps it's not as ubiquitous as I thought. My grandparents used to live in Hampshire and there was loads of it lying about in the fields. Here in Sussex it seems pretty common too. Heavy old stuff to post, no doubt!
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    Hi Ade

    Flint arrived a few days ago, thanks

    Sorry for the late reply, still unpacking after moving house.

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  12. 10-09-2011, 11:15 #12
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    picked this pebble up today if anyone is interested.IMAG0206.jpg
    Last edited by adestu; 10-09-2011 at 17:03. Reason: picture
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    Can I just say that Ade is a top bloke and a pleasure to deal with. The "pebble" above now resides with me in Scotland. Thanks again Ade!

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  14. 24-09-2011, 22:23 #14
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    It should keep you going for a while.pleasure dealing with you.

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  15. 27-09-2011, 20:08 #15
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    And to the top.

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  16. 27-09-2011, 20:32 #16
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    Sent you a message bud

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  17. 28-09-2011, 10:56 #17
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    Have some silex & quartzite from France if anyone's interested
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  18. 29-09-2011, 14:33 #18
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    I would also thnak him for the box he sent me for Scouts - refused postage and I just hope the letaher pouches were acceptable. The kids loved knapping it with gloves and goggles on.

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  19. 29-09-2011, 20:30 #19
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    my pleasure roger
    let me know when they run out.pouches are perfect for nik naks.
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