Four bladesmiths are in for a hands-on challenge when they are tasked with forging pry bar knives.  Given a variety of tools to make their blades, will the smiths be able to figure out the right tool for the job? Then after a grueling round of testing, two smiths return home to forge a pair of Spetsnaz shovels, famously wielded by Russian Special Forces. Which smith will dig deep to forge a pair of weapons worthy of the Forged in Fire title and a check for $10,000?

Four smiths are blindsided when they must choose from a selection of mystery steel to create san mai blades. However, that isn't the only unknown. The clock will be off, leaving the smiths to rely solely on time calls for guidance. After a surprising round of tests, the last smiths standing will select between two weapons to forge at home. Which smith will uncover the secret to forging a weapon worthy of $10,000 and be crowned Forged in Fire Champion?