Forged in Fire: Tomahawk Axe and Bowie Knife SHREDS the Final Round (Season 7) | History

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In a final round competition, Doc and Brian compete to recreate historical tomahawk and Bowie weapon sets. Brian wins the competition after completing his weapons and facing various challenges during the forging process.

Insights

  • Doc encountered difficulties welding the bit into the tomahawk, leading to a restart with a leaf spring, showcasing the unpredictable challenges of metalworking.
  • Brian excelled in completing his Bowie knife and handling the kill, strength, and sharpness tests, highlighting the importance of meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail in winning competitions.

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Recent questions

  • How long did Doc and Brian have to complete the weapon set?

    Four days were given to complete the task.

  • What challenges did Doc face during the competition?

    Doc faced challenges with welding the bit into the tomahawk and had to start over with a piece of leaf spring.

  • How did Brian approach the forging process?

    Brian started on the tomahawk by drifting the eye and ensuring it was tough for the upcoming tests.

  • What issues did Brian face during the competition?

    Brian faced issues with the fit of the handle on the tomahawk.

  • Who ultimately won the competition and what was the prize?

    Brian ultimately won the competition and received $10,000 as the prize.

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Summary

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Forging Weapons: Doc vs Brian in Competition

  • Doc and Brian are in the final round of a competition to recreate a tomahawk and Bowie weapon set from history.
  • They are given four days to complete the task and are sent back to their home forges.
  • Doc plans to forge the Bowie first and then work on the tomahawk using a wrought-iron leg vise for the body.
  • Brian starts on the tomahawk by drifting the eye and ensuring it is tough for the upcoming tests.
  • Doc faces challenges with welding the bit into the tomahawk and has to start over with a piece of leaf spring.
  • Brian completes his Bowie knife and handles, but faces issues with the fit of the handle on the tomahawk.
  • Both contestants undergo kill tests, strength tests, and sharpness tests on their weapons, with Brian ultimately winning the competition and $10,000.
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