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How are you judging critical temp? Put a sprinkle of rock salt on the steel - when it melts you are in the right ballpark. Magnets only tell you that you're close to CT.
How are you handling the blades after taking them out of the forge? If you have cool air flow (fan or breeze), lay the blade on a cool to cold surface or clamp in a cold vise it's going to harden some as well.
I've used a lot 1095 and never had a problem softening for drill work. Also might make sure your drill bit is sharp.
Are you sure it is 1095? Possible source mix up?
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