For this week's challenge the competitors create their signature blade by using the Hada technique-a traditional process that involves forging multiple layers of steel together. The pressure mounts as one of the smiths is pushed to his absolute breaking point. In the final round, two competitors go head to head to create one of the series' most unusual weapons.

Forged in Fire Season 1 Episodes...

• s01e01 - Japanese Katana
• s01e02 - Chakram
• s01e03 - Viking Battle Axe
• s01e04 - Katar
• s01e05 - Crusader Sword
• s01e06 - The Elizabethan Rapier
• s01e07 - The Roman Gladius
• s01e08 - The Moro Kris

Forged in Fire Show Summary

World-class bladesmiths re-create historical edged weapons in a cutthroat competition.

Hosted by Wil Willis, a former Army Ranger and Air Force para-rescue specialist, the competition series pits master weaponsmiths against each other to re-create iconic weapons that will be tested and evaluated by a panel of judges.

Competitors will re-create weapons from historical periods ranging from Japanese katanas to medieval broadswords to ancient throwing blades. Each entry will be judged on its artistry as well as its functionality and accuracy. The panel will consist of Willis, knife and sword expert J. Neilson, combat specialist Doug Marcaida and weapon history buff David Baker.