Ancient Technique Meets Modern Rock: Breaking Boulders by Hand

Описание: This video shows how large boulders are broken using ancient hand techniques combined with basic modern tools. The process depends on controlled pressure, accurate placement, and steady execution rather than brute strength.

The Process:

Stone Inspection:
The boulder is checked for natural cracks and grain direction.

Split Line Marking:
A straight line is marked where the stone should break.

Hole Drilling:
Holes are drilled evenly along the marked line.

Tool Placement:
Feathers and wedges or steel pins are inserted into each hole.

Initial Seating:
Each wedge is lightly tapped to fix its position.

Sequential Striking:
Wedges are hit in order to apply even pressure across the line.

Pressure Build-Up:
Force is increased gradually to avoid uncontrolled fractures.

Crack Formation:
A visible split begins to form along the marked path.

Final Separation:
The boulder breaks cleanly into sections.

Stone Clearing:
Broken pieces are moved away for further processing.

Why This Works:
✔ Even pressure controls fracture direction
✔ Grain alignment guides clean splitting
✔ Gradual force prevents random breakage
✔ Simple tools multiply applied power

Key Tips:
⚠ Always wear eye and hand protection
⚠ Keep hole spacing uniform
⚠ Strike wedges slowly and evenly
⚠ Never stand over the split line

Final Thought:
“Breaking stone by hand proves that accuracy and control can outperform raw power.”