We use 5, 6, and 7 man mechanics (depending on availability and level of the game), and the general feeling with experiences officials is that we would rather do a game with 5 man mechanics than 6.
Problem with the 6 man mechanics is there is no support for boxing in deep in the middle of the field. We find there is more uncertain about possible fouls, and the dead ball coverage is not quite as present.
But some people prefer having the extra man... I think you will basically have to try it out, but we don't really like it that much.
James
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