Why have 2 periscopes?

GoldenRivet · 12-28-10, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

Yes it's true. It is my understanding that the acceptable limit is 3 knots.

my understanding as well

Missing Name · 12-28-10, 11:55 AM

I found that ahead slow is your best bet. Not only would the periscope be unusable in real life, but the wake would be very visible at speeds above that.

Plus, going above ahead slow underwater is a good way for an escort to home in on your position.

12-28-10, 11:55 AM	#2
Missing Name Seasoned Skipper Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Westun New Yahk Posts: 748 Downloads: 131 Uploads: 0	I found that ahead slow is your best bet. Not only would the periscope be unusable in real life, but the wake would be very visible at speeds above that. Plus, going above ahead slow underwater is a good way for an escort to home in on your position. __________________ Largest target sunk with deck gun: Japanese auxiliary cruiser, 15000 tons Largest engaged: HMS Nelson. Results inconclusive. Read Brag's stuff