Joe Smith was crowned the Forged in Fire champion, winning the $10,000 prize after his Pandat successfully withstood the rigorous testing by the judges. Weapon Profile: The Pandat
It typically features a heavy, single-edged blade that widens toward the tip.
In the final round, the two remaining bladesmiths had five days to return to their home forges and recreate the Pandat , a sword originating from the Dayak people of Borneo/Philippines.
The episode featured smiths Joe Smith , Kelly Vermillion , P.J. McGee , and Ryan .
Its most defining feature is a sharp downward bend (usually around 25 degrees) located where the blade meets the handle. This design provides better leverage for downward hacking and clearing brush.