, never thought I'd say this...but I'm a total convert. I've gone from been a long term fan of the type VIIC, but now I'm loving the IX. Superior range and weapon stores! The only gripe I've got is it takes about 5 minutesfor it to go under lol god help me after '43! AALLLLAARRRRM!!!!! "Ok lads, all set she's going under, I'm off to make myself a brew, back in 5!" lol.