Forged in Fire: Beat the Judges: SAW BLADE SWORD CHALLENGE (Season 1) | History


Summary

The video showcases a multi-level competition where contestants create short swords from saw blades. They use a canister Damascus build with high-carbon steel and discuss delamination concerns during the blade-making process. Additionally, the selection of mild steel for the guard and pommel is explained. The blades are tested for sharpness, balance, and cutting ability, with a winner ultimately selected and a donation made to the Melanoma Foundation.


Competition Begins

Introduction to the multi-level competition and the challenge to create short swords out of saw blades for the third level.

Forge-Welding Canister Damascus

Instructions on creating a canister Damascus build using high-carbon steel from inside the cans.

Blade Construction

Tony's process of creating the blade, concerns about delamination, and quenching.

Handle and Hardware

Working on the handle and hardware of the short sword, choice of mild steel for guard and pommel.

Blade Testing

Blades undergo testing with a pig carcass and assessment of their performance.

Final Test and Decision

Evaluation of the blades' sharpness, balance, and cutting ability leading to the final decision.

Winner Announcement

Congratulations to the winner and donation to the Melanoma Foundation.

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