: This involved thrusting and lateral stress. While JD's weapon was functional, Matt's blade proved superior in overall construction and performance under stress.

: In the context of Forged in Fire , "paper" often refers to the Sharpness Test , where judges may use a paper-slice test to verify a fine edge. In this specific finale, the primary sharpness evaluation involved more substantial targets to match the weapon's military history.

In Season 3, Episode 10 of Forged in Fire , the final two bladesmiths, and JD , were tasked with recreating the Zulu Iklwa , a legendary African short spear. Episode Details

: Both blades were tested for their ability to cut through organic targets. Matt's Iklwa demonstrated exceptional edge geometry and sharpness, effectively "cutting to the heart" of the test.

The weapons underwent rigorous testing for sharpness and strength, which are standard for the final round.

You can watch the full episode on platforms like HISTORY Channel , Apple TV , or Tubi . "Forged in Fire" Zulu Iklwa (TV Episode 2016) - IMDb

Zulu Iklwa — [s3e10]

: This involved thrusting and lateral stress. While JD's weapon was functional, Matt's blade proved superior in overall construction and performance under stress.

: In the context of Forged in Fire , "paper" often refers to the Sharpness Test , where judges may use a paper-slice test to verify a fine edge. In this specific finale, the primary sharpness evaluation involved more substantial targets to match the weapon's military history. [S3E10] Zulu Iklwa

In Season 3, Episode 10 of Forged in Fire , the final two bladesmiths, and JD , were tasked with recreating the Zulu Iklwa , a legendary African short spear. Episode Details : This involved thrusting and lateral stress

: Both blades were tested for their ability to cut through organic targets. Matt's Iklwa demonstrated exceptional edge geometry and sharpness, effectively "cutting to the heart" of the test. In this specific finale, the primary sharpness evaluation

The weapons underwent rigorous testing for sharpness and strength, which are standard for the final round.

You can watch the full episode on platforms like HISTORY Channel , Apple TV , or Tubi . "Forged in Fire" Zulu Iklwa (TV Episode 2016) - IMDb