Forged in Fire: Charlemagne's Joyeuse Sword CONQUERS the Final Round (Season 7) | History
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Bladesmiths recreated Charlemagne's weapon in four days using specific materials and processes to test for lethality, strength, and sharpness, with Peyton emerging as the Forged in Fire champion with a well-balanced and crafted sword. Mitch accepted defeat graciously, acknowledging the craftsmanship of his sword and congratulating Peyton on his victory.
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- Bladesmiths in the competition recreate Charlemagne's weapon in a four-day timeframe, emphasizing specific materials like 1075 high carbon steel or 5160 bar stock, showcasing the intricate process of forging, heat treating, grinding, and assembling the blade with precision and attention to detail.
- Peyton's victory in Forged in Fire is attributed to the balance and craftsmanship of his sword, highlighting the importance of weight distribution and balance in creating a lethal, strong, and sharp weapon, while Mitch's gracious acceptance of defeat underscores the respect and camaraderie among competitors despite the intense nature of the competition.
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A reality TV show where bladesmiths compete.
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Summary
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Bladesmiths forge iconic weapon in competition.
- Bladesmiths are tasked with recreating Charlemagne's iconic weapon in four days using specific materials like 1075 high carbon steel or 5160 bar stock.
- The process involves forging the blade, heat treating, grinding, and fitting the components together, with attention to details like blade straightness and handle materials like Diamond wood.
- The weapons are tested for lethality through clean slashes and thrusts, strength by attacking armored targets, and sharpness by cutting sandbags.
- Peyton emerges as the Forged in Fire champion, winning $10,000, due to the balance and craftsmanship of his sword, while Mitch's blade, though performing well, had issues with weight distribution and balance.
- Mitch gracefully accepts defeat, acknowledging the craftsmanship of his sword and congratulating Peyton on his victory.
