How to Make a Spear Out of a Stick

The spear is one of the oldest, most primitive weapons ever created by humans. It is also one of the easiest to make, as the simplest version of a spear is basically a sharpened stick. A spear can be used for many purposes, such as protection, hunting or fishing. A basic straight spear can be made quickly and easily, and can used as a sturdy walking stick or to even catch dinner while camping.

Things You'll Need

  • Straight sapling
  • Knife
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut a straight sapling tree down to the length you desire for your spear. Most spears are 5 to 6 feet long and are about the diameter of your thumb.

    • 2

      Sharpen the tip of the spear down to a barbed point using a knife. Do not make the tip too thin or it could break.

    • 3

      Fire-harden the tip by holding it 2 to 3 inches from a hot bed of coals until the tip is brown. This will add strength to the spear tip.