visual ranges, and suggestions for realism buffs

[HMCS]

Howdy.

I was just wondering what the consensus is on visual spotting ranges, given realism, crew efficiency, visibility... and what file would I tweak to affect visual spotting ranges?

OK, now for part deux.

If you purchase a new boat, would it not be realistic to have to travel back to Germany to commision your new command? I read that a number of skippers had to do that- and they finished their patrols in their assigned bases, of course.

Having to brave the North Sea in the latter stages of the war would be a good test....