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I was watching a video where a one time use tool was needed and made from O1 tool steel. The order of operation was to first harden the end of the steel and then grind the tool. I'd have thought it would have been easier to first grind the desired shape and then heat and quench to harden.
Is there a reason why the steel should be hardened before grinding or was it just the tool makers choice?
Is there a reason why the steel should be hardened before grinding or was it just the tool makers choice?