I've got about a six month old Model 10 (old style-- not the fancy new accustock). I keep reading that the recoil lugs are stamped and have varying thicknesses: accuracy seekers are advised to replace them. However, I've done some basic caliper measurements (it's still on the gun at this point) and the thicknesses are consistent for me. Furthermore, it has the appearance of being a machined part rather than a stamped one. Am I just not looking close enough, or has Savage identified a weak point and fixed it? Anyway, I'm going to be swapping out the barrel soon, and I'm willing to spend the money for a new recoil lug if need be... I'm just wondering how necessary it is??? Thanks for opinions, J