based on personal experience with the R41 I can't recommend it highly enough.I was wary after reading the hype about open comb aggressiveness but realised it was unfounded.The head design suits me very well with regard to being able to get to the hard to reach areas.I find the shave smooth an irritation free.The handle is hollow, which makes the razor feel light initially, but I quickly found that having the weight in the head only improved the shave.Check out my review in the relevant forum section.I now use it exclusively and I know a couple of other members rate it highly.As Tony mentions any of the main brand razors will offer better quality than the classic.Keep us informed though