The article considers the stages of Urals metallurgy inclusion in weapons and equipment supply during the First World War. It is concluded that the government poorly used its opportunities for strengthening national defense. The socio-political crisis broke out in 1917 is thoroughly examined. The consequences of the Russian Revolution and Soviet authorities first transformations effects on the industry along with the influence of anti-Bolshevik governments on it are scrutinized. The conclusion on the accuracy of the statement that metallurgical production actually halted its activities by the end of world war is drawn.