Originally Posted by
SteamingAlong
fwiw, I have a 26 in 25.4 stem. The clam fits the curve fine, but the is a wider gap in the clamp, my bolts could use another 1/4" or so. Functionally, I have had no issues, either flex or slippage.
Flex and slippage are a non-issue. The faceplate on the stem can crack, like so:
But hey, they're your teeth.