Forged in Fire - Season 5 - Eps 9: The Navaja
Four bladesmiths test their mettle in a rock quarry, where they're tasked with making blades using only harvested steel and coal forges. Over the course of two intense rounds, the smiths show their true grit constructing a blade while fighting the elements. After brutal tests designed to chip away at the competitors' resolve, only two smiths advance to the final round. Back at their home forges, they must recreate one of the most dangerous folding weapons in history β the Spanish Navaja.
About Forged in Fire
Title: Forged in Fire
First Air Date: 2015-06-22
Last Air Date: 2024-11-27
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 7.8/10 (from 144 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 11
Total Episodes: 251
Network: History
Genres: Reality
Production Companies: Railsplitter Pictures, Outpost Entertainment
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.
Cast
David Lain Baker
Self - Judge
Doug Marcaida
Self - Judge
