Sorry to have rattled your cage. I'm sure you're one of those types that's got the autopilot on at 1000ft and off at 50ft. Bet its a pretty sight when the A/P or A/T are inop in your cockpit.
Relax Mr. Express Pilot
My "cage" hasn't been rattled. I can and have maintained proficiency for over 20 years without crowing about hand flying, or "do like me" attitudes. I'm not an instructor, nor "express" pilot. (Whatever that may imply)? I personally think they are among the most proficient pilots we hire.
I do hand fly on occassions....which includes the A/T's off, when I feel I can give my passengers a good ride, and the departure or arrival isn't too complex. But I don't ask the F/O if he's overloaded..I can usually tell. And if he is....I don't make a big deal about it. Simply turn the autopilot on and give him a hand. The left seat is not a podium to preach on YOUR techniques. Proceedures, yes....but in a good CRM method. And, as to the appearance of an approach I may have to conduct with the A/P and A/T off.....I have demonstrated proficiency...well within ATP standards, as I'm sure you have.
No, it takes a little more to rattle my cage, but what irks me a little is this Sky King attitude used under the CAL logo. BY God I'm hand flying.......feel the manhood exuding from me!
Now, as to your reference to "Mr. Express Pilot". Please elaborate.