Hmm, well I can certainly understand that theory & that practice.
It does sound like a valid point.
I don't bed back there to absorb or spread the load of recoil, my only intent is to assist in the lateral alignment of the barreled action in the stock.
I would have to guess that your concern is valid and can only stand by & wait for someone else to chime in with an opinion.
I don�t think it�s likely I�ll crack the stock but I understand what you are saying. It�s the same reason I re-drill my action screw holes after bedding.
The back side of the tang is no different than the screw holes, none of which should be taking recoil forces. Ruger tangs should intentionally have a bit of relief behind them. It may not matter on lighter recoiling rifles, but it certainly can ruin that area on a rifle with significant recoil.
This is a good thread!
Sometimes, the air you 'let in'matters less than the air you 'let out'.
