In a message dated 7/27/04 12:04:19 AM, trawlers-and-trawlering-request@lists.samurai.com writes: << Anyone have any thoughts on single lever v dual levers for trans & throttles? >> << Anyone have any thoughts on single lever v dual levers for trans & throttles? >> Single lever controls are great for single engine boats. I've never tried them on dual engine boats so I defer to more experienced yachtspersons. The Morse control we have had on our sailboat for 25 years simplifies engine throttle and gear shifting to almost a trivial task. Our model permits disengaging the gear shift function to start and run the engine at higher than idle speeds. This is useful for starting a reluctant engine or battery charging at anchor. Most important, in panic situations, a single lever control requires you to slow the engine before shifting into reverse. I'm sure this has saved our reverse/reduction gear time and again. In contrast to Mike Maurice's objections, the control is purely mechanical and bulletproof. The operating lever moves through a 180 degree arc from full throttle ahead to full throttle astern. Ours has a big meaty lever with a ball on top that is easy to grab and control. I've never had a bit of trouble with it in a quarter of a century. I wish I could say the same for other boat components. Larry Z