S01 Episode 1
Japanese Katana
The bladesmiths have to forge the Japanese katana, one of the most iconic weapons in history, and the final test will determine which is strongest.
39 mins · Mon, 22 Jun 2015
S01 Episode 2
Chakram
The finalists return home where they have to create an ancient Indian Chakram. The contestants return with two different interpretations of the deadly weapon, but only one stands up to judge's tests.
40 mins · Mon, 29 Jun 2015
S01 Episode 3
Viking Battle Axe
The bladesmiths make a weapon of their choosing from a steel train spring. Only two competitors have a chance to move on and create a legendary Viking battle axe.
40 mins · Mon, 6 Jul 2015
S01 Episode 4
Katar
The competitors are challenged to create their signature blade by using the traditional Japanese `Hada' technique.
39 mins · Mon, 13 Jul 2015
S01 Episode 5
Crusader Sword
After a difficult first round of testing, four bladesmiths struggle to recreate a hardening technique from Japan on their signature blades.
39 mins · Mon, 20 Jul 2015
S01 Episode 6
The Elizabethan Rapier
Two finalists are tasked with creating one of history's most notorious weapons, the rapier. Plus, when creating their signature weapons, they must incorporate an age-old technique.
40 mins · Mon, 27 Jul 2015
S01 Episode 7
The Roman Gladius
The finalists must recreate one of the most iconic weapons in history, known as the Roman Gladius, after a gruelling first round of trials that literally breaks a blade in two.
40 mins · Mon, 3 Aug 2015
S01 Episode 8
The Moro Kris
The bladesmiths are asked to forge a signature weapon using everyday steel objects; two competitors move on and are given five days to create the Moro Kris Sword, a distinctive blade that dates back to 300 BC.
40 mins · Mon, 10 Aug 2015
