How to do normalizing for O-1?

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alexmin

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What is proper normalizing procedure for O-1?
I am using stock removal method with 3/16" thick O-1 PG bar. Flat grind.
 
I would do one after initail grinding and before HT and quench. But then again SR does not stress the steel near as much as hammer forging.
 
Doing stock removal you may not need to normalize. If you want to anyway, bring the 01 just up to non-magnetic and let it air cool. Do this after grinding and before heat treat. Only potential draw back is that 01 will air harden and make hole drilling tougher. If you're doing full tang, drill the holes before normalizing or heat treat.
 
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