You can't go wrong with the Predator or a North River, both are great boats. I looked at most of the brands before I bought my Predator and would disagree that you get more from the NR than Willie. I would say your dollar goes about the same distance. However, you definitely get more than you would with an Alumaweld. I checked out 3 Rivers before I bought and found those guys to be very nice and knowledgeable. The price drove me away. Willie is factory direct so you save the middle man margin which easily was thousands. He will deliver to Seattle for $200 or you can pick it up down south. I liked the finished product better as well. Had it for a year with no complaints at all. Great customer service to.

PD