Forged in Fire

Three smiths hope to cash in when they are given the opportunity to win money after each challenge. After two tough rounds that test their memories to the max, all three smiths head back to their home forge to recreate the deadly serrated Dussage.

Four bladesmiths must forge a blade with not one, but two Damascus billets. After an intense round, the remaining smiths experience a Forged in Fire first when they are faced with an unexpected twist.

J. Neilson, Forged in Fire judge and notorious breaker of blades reveals his secrets of the forge in this special inside look. For the first time ever, J. will disclose his most infamous blade breaks and the tricks to becoming a Forged in Fire champion.

Four smiths must devise a plan when they are tasked with using three different steels to forge a canister Damascus blade. The two remaining smiths head to their home forges to build the Italian Condottiere Sword.

On this special edition of Forged in Fire, we honor the brave men and women who defend our country by celebrating the many weapons that have shaped our nation's history.