[C38] Questions about Cat 38 Stanchions

[M Rosencrance]

Hi all, 
   
  My wife and I have zeroed in on the Cat 38....380....387 as our upgrade boat.  In visiting the Annapolis boat show, I noticed that the stanchion mounting technique for this model is unique.....the base of the stanchion appears to be sunk into the toerail/hull-deck joint.  I had a couple of questions about this if anyone is game to answer:
   
  a) how far down do the stanchions go?
   
  b) conceptually I like the design but how effective is this in practice vs conventional flat base plate mounting methods?
   
  c) is there any reinforcement in the toe rail for these?  Backing plat for the two screws holding them down?
   
  Thanks much and perhaps I will be joining your organization very soon.
   
  Mike Rosencrance

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