T01:C01 - S01:E01 - Japanese Katana
In the final round, bladesmiths must forge one of the most iconic weapons from history; the Japanese Katana.
T01:C02 - S01:E02 - Chakram
Four bladesmiths must forge a weapon using only reclaimed metal.
T01:C03 - S01:E03 - Viking Battle Axe
The bladesmiths must transform a steel "train spring" into a weapon.
T01:C04 - S01:E04 - Katar
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.
T01:C05 - S01:E05 - Crusader Sword
The forge heats up as our four bladesmiths struggle to create a special Japanese hardening technique on their signature blades.
T01:C06 - S01:E06 - The Elizabethan Rapier
The forge heats up as the bladesmiths must use an age-old technique to create their signature weapons.
T01:C07 - S01:E07 - The Roman Gladius
Four bladesmiths heat, hammer and grind their way through a first round challenge where they must transform a steel ball bearing into a fully functional weapon.
T01:C08 - S01:E08 - The Moro Kris
The bladesmiths must forge a signature weapon using everyday steel objects like ball bearings and shovels.