[header] How to forge the old fashioned way [title] Start your forge by acquiring a coal forge to heat the metal. [step] You will need the following tools and safety equipment. An anvil with stand, various sized hammers, tongs and pliers, leather apron, specialist gloves and a water bucket. 
Additional tools can be added later as required. [substeps] Any ball peen hammer over 2 lb in weight is sufficient to begin with, there are many online sites offering products at reasonable prices.