My preference is Nick's technique, especially in the very stable S76. Although I hear that dropping the airbrakes at the OM is pretty good for final speed control
I hoped to try a couple of ideas this afternoon, but the IP with me thought it more fun to take off the pri hyd (no T/R assist), then the No 1 engine, then a running landing
At least the 109 Power with the new tail rotor blades is quite benign hydraulics off, compared to the "old" blades