I am using the EQUOTIP on forged parts (prior to normalizing or after) with closely data to laboratory values.
I recommend you that kind of tester.
Regards from Queretaro, Mexico.
Dear Fusitexa: I attached the information regarding to the mechanical properties of SAE / AISI 1010, with its cross references.
I hope that can help you with your question!!
Regards from Queretaro, Mexico...