R23 Vermeer rake

I've searched here and found a few little threads regarding an R23 rake, but wanted a little more up to date info. I wanted a rotary rake, but after my thread on that, kinda decided against it as I don't need something else to slow me down, I'm slow enough already. I realize the 2300 or 2800 is newer/heavier, but how has performance been with the 23? Cost is an issue otherwise I'd buy a new R2300 or a Twinstar.

R23 Vermeer rake