Here's my take on the subject.
I like clearance for mine so I can flatten the backs and not have
knuckle dragging trouble.
The bevel counts but its really all about the back.
I like to clamp it securely in a vise so I can put some pressure on
and not have to chase it around.
So I make my boxes with a thick bottom. A 2X4 is enough.
The sides come up only about 1/4" . Just enough to trap the stone.
Lid is optional, but it keeps the dirt off.
http://users.snowcrest.net/kitty/sgrandstaff/images/hometools/stonebox4.jpg
http://users.snowcrest.net/kitty/sgrandstaff/images/hometools/stonebox7.jpg
http://users.snowcrest.net/kitty/sgrandstaff/images/hometools/stonebox8.jpg
Oh and dished stones? I just pick a spot of relative flat cement and
plop on down with a glass of water.
Last time it was my back porch step. There was a small area of slight
roughness. (the cement finisher was not that bad, but still left a bit
to be desired lol)
In about 10 minutes I got a flat stone and slightly smoother cement.
http://users.snowcrest.net/kitty/auction/step.jpg
yours scott
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