how deep to inlet a lock or how proud does the lock stand

[49FMarlin]

so I've got my Lock inletted and have sanded the side flush with the lock,
my lock has a bevil around it

do i stand down to the bevel? and have the lock-plate stand proud?

I watched some of the duelists vids and he doesnt say

thank you
john

[Hickory]

First, the lock needs to be deep enough to have the pan fit flush with the flash hole.
Next, wood around the lock needs to be a little below flush with the lock.

[49FMarlin]

thank you,
the lock is up against the flash hole,
I've sanded flush to the lock,

thank you ill take it down a bit more around the lock when i do my finish sanding, was wondering how much, ill go to the bottom of the bevel

[Hickory]

You'll want the lock a little higher then the wood because when tightening the screw for the lock in time will compress the wood.

[waksupi]

On a beveled lock plate, go to the level of the bevel. On a flat plate, I want them flush.