I'll stick with what the SBVFT say about the date of transfer. The action involving Tedd Peck took place on January 29 and the boat was damaged extensively with more than 100 rounds going through the aluminum skin. Repairs were needed. Kerry was still OIC of PCF 44, so he had to be relieved from that boat and a replacement found for him. Early February seems reasonable to me. Sandusky was the acting OIC until Kerry came on board. Sandusky was an enisted crew member.
Why won't you read the book?
I think that your thinking is perfectly reasonable. I think we only differ over a day or two.
Reason I won't read the book is very personal.