[JimMcGee]

The second one looks tempting if washing with freshwater after use is all it takes. Am assuming there are the same in most other ways.

I asked the same question last year about the 30lb model. The consensus was the fresh water version is fine if you tip it out of the water after use.

Here's the link:
http://www.sailnet.com/forums/gear-maintenance/102450-minn-kota-endura-c2-30-%2499.html