Ep 22. Deadly Duo

In Forged in Fire season 8 episode 22, titled "Deadly Duo", four bladesmiths are tasked with creating a signature blade using only salvaged steel from a pickup truck. They must also incorporate a handguard and pommel into their designs. After a grueling round of testing, two finalists are chosen to face off in the final round. They are given five days to forge a dangerous and lethal Sudanese Shotel sword from scratch, testing both their technical skills and endurance. Judges David Baker, Doug Marcaida, and Ben Abbott assess each sword's sharpness, durability, and overall design before crowning the winner of the $10,000 prize and the title of Forged in Fire champion. Along the way, viewers get a glimpse into the intense world of bladesmithing, where precision and patience are key. Each competitor must use their creativity and ingenuity to craft the perfect blade, all while staying true to the tradition and artistry of the craft. With the stakes higher than ever, the pressure is on for these talented blacksmiths to deliver a blade that's a cut above the rest. Tune in to "Deadly Duo" to see who comes out on top in this intense and thrilling competition.