Hi Doodlebug
I would not argue with you as I have the same opinion as you when it comes to folks making their own decisions on how to acheive the best reults. I would say however that, unless the A/P is doing the job to maintain the G/S, it requires constant adjustments all the way down and to modify this from at or above 1,000' requires very little change. I would also add that I only employ this technique in conditions that allow it and also with the agreement of the other pilot. Lets at least agree that the line and the numbers do signify the begining of the runway that can be safely used to land and I have never been criticised for landing early down the runway. I will continue to use this method as I believe there are many advantages including safety and brake wear.
All the best for you too.