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Forged in Fire

201542m / epReality

First aired

June 22, 2015

7.8

TMDB Score

78% match · 157 votes

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S01 · E04

Katar

Season 1 · Jul 13, 2015 · 42m

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E01▶

Japanese Katana

Jun 22, 2015 · 42m

E02▶

Chakram

Jun 29, 2015 · 42m

E03▶

Viking Battle Axe

Jul 6, 2015 · 42m

E04Playing

Katar

Jul 13, 2015 · 42m

E05▶

Crusader Sword

Jul 20, 2015 · 42m

E06▶

The Elizabethan Rapier

Jul 27, 2015 · 42m

E07▶

The Roman Gladius

Aug 3, 2015 · 42m

E08▶

The Moro Kris

Aug 10, 2015 · 42m

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.

About the Series

Reality

Synopsis

Competitors re-create weapons from historical periods ranging from Japanese katanas to medieval broadswords to ancient throwing blades. Each entry is judged on its artistry as well as its functionality and accuracy.

First aired: June 22, 2015
Last aired: September 24, 2025
Seasons: 11 seasons · 263 episodes
Status: Returning Series
Original language: English
Network: History