I just completed a mission into Loch Ewe in October 1939: I bagged the Rodney and managed to slip out before the escorts found me. I went in at night with decks awash (7 meters) at 1-2 knots. At narrow choke points where I was more likely to be spotted, I went to periscope depth, creeping at 1 knot. Depending upon what you have your water density set for, you may be able to use your attack periscope while underwater to search for anti-submarine nets. I have mine set pretty clear and was able to spot the nets before running into them. Technically, your observation scope is supposed to have significantly better light-gathering qualities, but I didn't notice any difference between it and the attack scope. Don't bother with 6x magnification - it won't do you any good underwater.
It looked like the nets at Loch Ewe would catch a boat at about 8.5-9 meters (they must have lowered the nets when the Rodney entered), so be careful if the sea state is rough, as you might bounce right into the net (or worse). Don't bother trying to blow up the nets using torpedoes - it doesn't work.
My only other bit of advice is to make sure your watch crew is sharp.
Good luck and good hunting!
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