How do contestants create a Musketeers rapier?

By crafting a blade and intricate guard design.

What materials are used for the rapier blade?

5160 steel and AD CRV bar stock.

Challenges with the AD CRV bar stock.

Well-constructed and visually appealing design.

Sharpness, flexibility, and structural integrity.

Using 5160 steel for the blade, one contestant prioritizes flexibility and intricate guard design in crafting the Musketeers rapier, showcasing a focus on both functionality and aesthetics.
The outcome of the testing phase reveals a crucial difference in performance, with one rapier excelling in sharpness and flexibility while the other suffers from a permanent bend, resulting in the elimination of the latter contestant.

How do contestants create a Musketeers rapier?
By crafting a blade and intricate guard design.
What materials are used for the rapier blade?
5160 steel and AD CRV bar stock.
What challenges do contestants face during the quenching process?
Challenges with the AD CRV bar stock.
What aspects do contestants focus on for the fittings and handle?
Well-constructed and visually appealing design.
What determines the success or failure of the rapiers during testing?
Sharpness, flexibility, and structural integrity.

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Contestants are tasked with creating a Musketeers rapier after making a fossil Damascus in the previous round.
One contestant uses 5160 steel to craft the rapier blade, focusing on flexibility and intricate guard design.
Another contestant opts for AD CRV bar stock for the blade, facing challenges during the quenching process.
Both contestants work on the fittings and handle, aiming for a well-constructed and visually appealing final piece.
During testing, one rapier excels in sharpness and flexibility, while the other fails due to a permanent bend, leading to elimination.