One of my life goals is to own either a 41' or 47 Apache. My friend who would like to co-own of these boats with me sent me a link to an article last week. I thought that I knew the Apache story but apparently I'm confused even after reading the book "Blue Thunder". In the article Bob Saccenti references a least 3 different "types" of 41' Apache. In no way do I want to step on any toes or create controversy, but what hull is what and how do I know exactly what came from what. If it's not to much to ask, what hull is Bob Saccenti referencing as the poorer performing type? I recently saw a 47' Apache listed online and I appeared to have a notched transom and pad bottom..??? I was going to post this on the main forum, but who better to answer these points that the Apache gang. Thanks.