Originally Posted by stinsonjr

Bonanza's have an inherent Beech trait - high quality, and silky smooth control feel. This did not start in the Bonanza or Baron though - goes all the way back to the Staggerwing (My vote for most beautiful airplane). The old Stag had this same silky/smooth feel in the air. Only have about an hour (and no T.O or landing - just air work), but even in the late 30's and 40's Beechcraft built an amazing machine. I do not know about the old Beech 18 - anyone care to chime in on that?