Thanks for the info re Seagull. Not sure how much of a bargain this one is. It looks comparable to the H9 Pawnee, which is hands down the best ARF I've ever had, but is smaller and more expensive: 71" v. 80", and $300 compared to $279.
Still not sure I'll pull the trigger, but you all have relieved any concern I might have had re Seagull....
Al