some time back i requested info on conversion from a sacoe lead hardness tester to brinnel factors. after using the info from generous responders my 1st efforts on lyman 45 slugs yeilded brinnel at 17. i put the slugs in my oven [checked by a decent thermometer] 35 minutes at 440 degrees & quenched in room temp h2o. i really appreciate the assistance from you guys. cranky72