Watch Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper

2016
2 Seasons

Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper is a television series that airs on the History channel. The show is a spin-off of the popular competition series Forged in Fire, which focuses on bladesmiths from all over the world who compete against each other to create some of the most intricate and deadly weapons ever seen. However, Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper is a different kind of beast.

The show consists of one-hour-long episodes that dive deeper into the world of blacksmithing and bladesmithing. The episodes are hosted by Wil Willis, a former Army Ranger and Air Force Pararescueman, who is also the host of Forged in Fire. In each episode, Wil takes us through the history of weapons, blades, and blacksmithing as a whole, giving viewers a glimpse into what makes this ancient art form so fascinating.

What makes Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper so unique is the way it blends history with modern-day blacksmithing. Each episode focuses on a particular aspect of the trade or a specific weapon, diving into its history, and then showcasing how it's made today. For example, one episode may explore the history of Damascus steel, the legendary alloy that was used to make some of the deadliest blades in history. The episode will then dive into how modern-day blacksmiths create their own Damascus steel and what makes it so unique.

Another episode may explore the world of samurai swords, diving into the history of these incredible weapons and what makes them so special. We'll learn about the intricate process that's involved in creating a samurai sword, including the different kinds of steel that are used and how the blade is forged and tempered to perfection.

Throughout each episode, we'll see some of the most talented bladesmiths in the world creating some of the most impressive weapons ever seen. The show also explores some of the more obscure aspects of blacksmithing, such as the creation of animal-shaped blades and unique forged items like keys and horseshoes.

One of the main draws of Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper is the way it provides a platform for some of the most talented bladesmiths in the world. The show features interviews with some of the biggest names in blacksmithing, as well as up-and-coming young smiths who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

However, the show is not just for those who are into blacksmithing and bladesmithing. Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper is also a great show for anyone who loves history, as each episode offers an in-depth look at some of the most fascinating weapons and tools from throughout history. It's a show that will appeal to anyone who loves learning about how things are made and the rich history of human culture.

Overall, Forged in Fire: Cutting Deeper is a show that goes beyond the competition aspect of Forged in Fire and instead focuses on the art and history of blacksmithing and bladesmithing. With its expertly crafted narrative, breathtaking visuals, and fascinating subject matter, it's a must-watch for anyone who loves the history of weapons or is just interested in the art of blacksmithing in general.

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Seasons

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67. Combat Spears

December 1, 2018

Bladesmiths are put to the test when they must forge a bayonet blade and engineer it to attach to a rifle; the final two bladesmiths are sent home to spend five days forging the legendary African blade, the Zulu Iklwa.

31. TBA

September 26, 2017

Bladesmiths must forge weapons using everyday steel objects such as ball bearings and shovels; finalists forge the mystical Moro Kris Sword; smiths combine high-carbon steel and wrought iron into weapons; fans bring back their favorite smiths.

30. Sword Breaker Redemption Night

September 19, 2017

Smiths forge blades with fire and their bare hands; finalists must create the Scottish Claymore; smiths must create signature blades using a mystery technique; two finalists must reproduce a Japanese Naginata; competitors use steel from a jackhammer.

29. The Kpinga

September 12, 2017

The bladesmiths are forced to layer a complex Damascus pattern into their signature blades; after an unforgiving round of testing, two smiths are locked in a dead heat to recreate a three-bladed African throwing knife called the Kpinga; enhanced.

28. The Kampilan

August 29, 2017

Four bladesmiths head to a scrap yard to create their signature blades using harvested metal and a coal forge; in the final round, the smiths must re-create a fearsome battle weapon known as the kampilan.

27. The Gladiators' Scissor

August 22, 2017

With a variety of steels to choose from, the smiths are forced to create a canister Damascus billet from which they must forge a dagger; only two enter the final round where they must recreate an ancient Roman weapon known as the Scissor; enhanced.

26. Khanda

August 20, 2017

The bladesmiths must create a weapon in their signature style from a large pile of mixed metal welded together; two return home to forge the mysterious Khanda.

25. The Shotel

August 13, 2017

Four bladesmiths are challenged with taking high carbon steel and wrought iron and forging a fully functional weapon; two will move on to the final round, where they will have just five days to make the Ethiopian Shotel.

24. The Kachin Dao

August 8, 2017

Smiths must use steel from nautical equipment to forge-weld their signature blades, while being forced to do it using a metal inlay technique; then, the two finalists have just five days to forge the Kachin Dao, a deadly headhunting sword; enhanced.

23. The Shamshir

August 1, 2017

Four competing bladesmiths are tasked with forging a bowie knife that will require a d-guard in the second round; only two manage to make it through to the final round where they must recreate a deadly saber called the Shamshir; enhanced.

22. Ngombe Ngulu

July 25, 2017

Bladesmiths must forge blades from a giant elevator cable; only two smiths will return home to recreate the African Ngombe Ngulu, known as the executioner's sword; enhanced.

21. Redemption Night

July 22, 2017

The smiths use an age-old technique to create their signature weapons; then, four new smiths must forge a bayonet blade and engineer it to attach to a rifle; the final two are sent home to forge the legendary African blade, the Zulu Iklwa; enhanced.

20. Master & Apprentice

July 18, 2017

Masters compete alongside their apprentices as they take turns on the forge floor, fusing their skills to forge a cleaver using the arduous jellyroll technique; in the final round, the smiths must forge a Congolese chopper, the Nzappa Zap; enhanced.

19. Hunga Munga; The Moro Kris

July 11, 2017

Smiths are tasked with making serrated blades out of the tools on the table in front of them; the final two attempt to forge a Hunga Munga; the smiths must forge weapons using everyday objects; finalists have five days to forge the Moro Kris sword.

18. The Haladie; Tabar

July 9, 2017

Four bladesmiths must use high carbon steel to forge a hatchet; after a round of testing, only two can chop their way to the final round where they'll have just five days to create an ancient Indian weapon used to both stab and slice; enhanced.

17. Champions Night

July 4, 2017

Competitors forge deadly weapons of war; in the final round, the remaining smiths forge the Japanese Katana; four smiths must combine high carbon steel and wrought iron to forge a functional weapon; the finalists must forge the Ethiopian Shotel.

16. Tabar

July 9, 2017

Four bladesmiths must take an ordinary garden lawnmower and use its metal to create one of their signature blades; then, two finalists must create a Tabar, a deadly battle axe from Southern Asia; enhanced.

15. Sword Breaker Redemption

June 18, 2017

Four competitors return to the forge for a second chance; they must forge their signature blades using recycled steel from a jackhammer; then, the finalists must recreate a distinctive 16th-century blade called the Sword Breaker; enhanced; updated.

14. The Charay

June 13, 2017

The competitors must demonstrate edged-weapon mastery when they are tasked with turning salvaged junkyard steel into weapons; two smiths forge ahead to the final round to recreate the legendary Charay sword; enhanced.

13. The Boar Spear

June 11, 2017

Four bladesmiths must use the steel from a suit of armor to create signature blades; after a tense round, only two move on to create a weapon historically used for both combat and hunting -- the boar spear; enhanced; updated.

12. The Cinquedea

June 6, 2017

Four bladesmiths must utilize questionable steel from mining tools to forge blades in their signature styles; ultimately, two smiths survive to forge an intricately designed and deadly Italian sword, the Cinquedea; enchanced; updated.

11. Fan Favorites Night

May 25, 2017

Fans choose their favorite moments from the series, "Forged in Fire.''

10. Talwar

May 23, 2017

Smiths are tasked with using mystery steel to forge a blade; the smiths fight to the finish amidst injuries and setbacks, but only two make it to the final round; the finalists have five days to recreate the sacred but lethal Talwar sword; enhanced.

9. Fan Choices Night (2)

May 21, 2017

Fans pick the best "Forged in Fire'' weapons produced thus far on the series.

8. Akrafena

May 16, 2017

Smiths are tasked with forging a Kukri, the signature blade of master smith and judge, Jason Knight; after two rounds of mishaps and mischief, two smiths forge ahead in the final challenge to reproduce a distinctive African sword, the Akrafena.

7. Judges' Picks Night

May 14, 2017

The judges pick the best "Forged in Fire'' weapons produced thus far on the series.

6. Fan Choices Night (1)

May 9, 2017

Chosen by fans, four bladesmiths return for a second shot at victory; the smiths must use their best forging techniques to make a signature blade using barbed wire; the final two smiths craft a Filipino weapon of war, the Panabas; enhanced.

5. Makraka

May 2, 2017

Facing a new twist in the first round, four bladesmiths must forge a karambit, a curved knife that resembles a claw; the final two competitors have five days to forge one of the deadliest weapons in African history, the makraka; enhanced.

4. Judges Pick

April 30, 2017

The judges pick past bladesmiths to represent them; first, the smiths must use steel from N.Y.C. streets to forge signature blades; in the final round, the competitors have five days to forge a sword that originated in West Africa, the Ida; enhanced.

3. The Katzbalger

April 25, 2017

The competitors must forge two blades in the first round, pushing them to their limits and leading to a hospital trip; after the second round, the two remaining smiths have five days to create a 15th-century combat sword, the Katzbalger; enhanced.

2. Cavalry Saber

April 23, 2017

Four bladesmiths must transform the barrel of a gun into a lethal knife; after a round of testing, the final two smiths return home where they have five days to forge one of the most legendary blades in combat history, the cavalry saber; enhanced.

1. Deer Horn Knives

April 18, 2017

Four bladesmiths tee up for a never-before seen challenge, harvesting steel from a vintage golf club to forge signature blades; in the final round, the remaining smiths must forge a pair of iconic double bladed weapons; enhanced.

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