Hey Jim- last few years I've had the 474, 393 and the 433 in that order. The 393 is a great boat. Certainly smaller than the 474, but I didn't find it uncomfortable in the slightest. Visibility and maneuverability are outstanding and th captain's quarters are great.

I would charter it again without hesitation, but . . . I got ahold of the new 433 last summer and now I'm spoiled.

The helm is forward starboard so visibility to stern and port is limited. That made docking port side to at Scrub interesting, but with good communication from my crew ultimately not a big deal. Nobody briefed me on rear cameras and I didn't notice that option messing around with the electronics interface.

I wouldn't spend the extra money for the 474 or the 514 over the 393 unless my crew size required it. I would, and am spending the extra money for the 433 this summer because, as I mentioned, I'm spoiled. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />