Enterline Fluted
Other Names: Clovis-like
Date Range: 11,000-10,800 BCE
Dimensions: Enterline points range from 30-90 mm in length, 20-40 mm in width, and 6-9 mm in thickness. The depth of the basal concavity ranges from 2-5 mm.
Shape: These lanceolate points have parallel sides, shallow to moderate base concavity, and short flutes (less than half the length of the point). The lateral edges are either parallel or slightly expanding at the base with fishtails.
Flake Pattern: The flake pattern on Enterline points tends toward large, irregular thinning flakes on the faces. This flaking technique means the faces are flat and lack a well-defined medial ridge to guide the flute removal. This results in shorter flutes than later Paleo types. Fluting was done earlier in the knapping process while the preform was still thick, leading to a relatively thick final point.
Material: Clovis-like points in Ontario are made on local cherts such as Onondaga, Haldimand, and Selkirk, as well as imported materials from Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Distribution and Cultural Affiliation: Clovis and Clovis-like points are found across North America in the Paleo Indigenous period. In Ontario they are found in the Central Great Lakes region.
Notes: Compared to Gainey points, Enterline points have shallower base concavities, shorter flutes (less than half the point length), and more irregular flake patterns.
References: Ellis, C., and Wright, H. - 2023 Early Fluted Point Types in the Upper Midcontinent (unpublished manuscript), Ellis, C. - personal communication Feb 26th, 2026