To bow or not to bow?

[karenvas3]

So, I have the opportunity to pick up a 155 complete system for $1000 or go with a standard 180 with just tank and stand for the same price. The problem is I have no clue about the look of the bow front and know no one with one. So, I want the good, bad, and the ugly. Advice please, which should I go with.

 

[cmantis]

Good they look cool. Bad the 'real estate' is ackward with the ends being narrow and the bow distorts the view a bit. 180 is a nice dimension to work with although I really like the bows I think 180 will be more practical.

 

[Kworker]

Go with 180, I love mine... Also have to ask yourself, if you were to go with the 155 bow is there the possibility you would get sick of the footprint of it as well as the curved front? I think the 180 is the safer choice.

 

[karenvas3]

Thank you for you input. At this moment I might just be leaning toward the 180.

 

[Serega]

I have a bow. Never again. Just a regular glass cleaning is PITA

 

[MikeC]

IMOP bow front is old school and the 180 will be easier to sell when you want to upgrade, move or whatever.

 

[Mattl22]

Don't like the look of them