[Schöneboom]

Hi Avers,

I don't know which mods you're using, if any. I've been playing the GWX version for years, plus hardcode fixes by h.sie, plus SH3 Commander. With this setup you will find ASW vessels have realistic limitations, esp. in the early war. For ex., thermal layers will save your bacon, if they're present at a depth you can safely reach.

When your sonarman announces the wabos (wasserbomben), that may be your cue to crank up the speed briefly. At that point the escort dropping them cannot hear you because it's at full speed, and the explosions also mask U-boat noises. Change course and return to silent running once the explosions stop. Do this enough times, and the escort(s) will be dropping in the wrong place.

Re best approach to convoys, in the early war the ideal is a night attack, surfaced. Patience pays off if you can wait till it's really dark!

Gute Jagd!