Ep 5. The No Can Can

In Forged in Fire: Beat the Judges season 1 episode 5, titled "The No Can Can," three former competitors return to face off against the judges in a unique challenge involving aluminum cans. The contestants are tasked with forging blades using only materials salvaged from the cans, including a process for hardening the aluminum. The judges - J. Neilson, David Baker, and Ben Abbott - judge the contestants' blades in a series of rigorous tests, including slicing through a rope and a barrage of strength tests. The winner of this challenge will earn bragging rights and a spot in a future episode of the show. As the competition heats up, the judges are reminded that forging blades is not an easy task, even with their expertise. The contestants show impressive ingenuity and creativity, but only one can emerge as the victor. Will it be a former competitor, or will one of the judges reign supreme? Tune in to find out.