. at 631 (quoting Bjork v. Bjork, 71 Wn.2d 510, 511, 429 P.2d 234 (1967)).

We agree that "Absent supportable reasons the parties should not be subjected to the expense and strain of another trial before another judge." Bjork v. Bjork, 71 Wn.2d 510, 511, 429 P.2d 234 (1967).

By means of this rule, it is hoped that objective criteria will take the place of subjective impressions, and we adhere to it, notwithstanding our respect for the learning and broad experience of the trial judges who sometimes find it difficult to apply. However, before applying this rule and reversing the order granting a new trial, the court in Bjork v. Bjork, 71 Wn.2d 510, 429 P.2d 234 (1967), reviewed the record and said: The record of the 4-day trial which culminated in the order modifying the decree fully supports the trial judge's conclusion that respondent was not a fit and proper person to have the custody of the children.