lock inletting clearance

No, this is completely normal. This recess is designed into every stock to create the necessary clearance for the lock's mainspring.

Topics: Products_KitsTags: Mainspring|Inletting|Stock|LockLast verified: 2026-08-17Also called: mainspring, main spring, v spring, vspring, inletting, inlet, inlets, inletted, stock, wood, woodwork, stock blank, lock, lockplate, lock plate, lockplate assembly, lock assembly