Keygrip...
"If you *do* go for the IMC rating (and, personally, I would) - don't count that first hour ten (it's not in accord with the syllabus)."
Why's that then? My log book says "Ex 19, Full and Limited Panel" and is signed by the Instructor... 1hr 10min flight, 50min Instrument Flight...
Obviously I understand that the 15/10 hours are the minimum requirements.
And yes, of course I would benefit from the possibility of VMC on top in my Permit banger.