Forged in Fire: Scottish Backsword Final Round: Robert vs. Billy (Season 7) | History

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Billy Robert successfully recreates the Scottish back sword from World War II in four days, impressing judges with its sharpness and design, ultimately winning him $10,000 and the title of Forged in Fire champion.

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  • Billy Robert successfully recreates the Scottish back sword in four days by meticulously forging the blade, establishing bevels, and incorporating intricate details in the hilt, culminating in a winning performance on Forged in Fire.
  • The judges were particularly impressed by the sharpness, comfort, and cutting ability of Billy's sword, highlighting the importance of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and functionality in creating a successful weapon.

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Recent questions

  • How did Billy Robert win Forged in Fire?

    By successfully recreating the Scottish back sword.

  • What materials did Billy use for the sword?

    1080 steel.

  • What design elements did Billy incorporate into the hilt?

    American flag and the shape of the Purple Heart Medal.

  • How did Billy ensure the sword was well-formed?

    By establishing straight bevels.

  • What impressed the judges during testing?

    Sharpness, comfort, and cutting ability.

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Forged in Fire: Recreating WWII Scottish Sword

  • Billy Robert is tasked with recreating the Scottish back sword, an iconic weapon from World War II, in four days.
  • Billy starts by cleaning off his steel and forge welding three pieces of 1080 steel together to create the sword.
  • He successfully forges the blade, quenches it, and establishes the bevels, ensuring it's straight and well-formed.
  • Billy focuses on creating the hilt, aiming to incorporate an American flag and the shape of the Purple Heart Medal.
  • During testing, Billy's sword performs well, impressing the judges with its sharpness, comfort, and cutting ability, ultimately winning him the title of Forged in Fire champion and $10,000.
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