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Old 06-20-2023, 10:56 AM   #46 (permalink)
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Don't need superhard to work rock, it just makes longer mtbf of the focus. Needs to be able to transfer the blow force to the rock such that you start a crack by fracture. Soft tools need repointing often. Crossgrain shaping is tougher but you could use just a hammer for that. Easter islanders used loose rocks and tree parts for their Maoi.
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