Heat Treating 4140 steel FAQ How to
S7 s carbon content is % and is a Chrome Vanadium steel Very tough and wear resistant Conclusion So your initial thought was right a 500 to 600°F temper resulting in a 45 to 50 HRc Note that Rockwell 44 45 is just barely in the machinable range and that a grade of H13 is sold in this condition to avoid heat treatment after machining