As I understand it the longer handle with a ball at the end is supposed to allow you to hold it very far from the head with three fingers and just drag it over the skin. In my personal experience (on my face) this feels so awkward I can't do it. I'll assume it would be easier to do on legs but i really don't know.So update on the new razor. I like it but I have a heavy hand, caught myself pushing on it. It must be how light it is in comparison to what I'm use to. I'll get used to it in time.
I'll say it again, the one you have is fabulous. It looks brand new. I have no doubt you will master it soon.
If you go looking for comments and reviews (or videos) about using the lady gillette you (I) don't find a lot of women telling the story. There are a lot of "my wife uses it and..." I think it would be cool to have a breakdown from a lady who actually uses it. Maybe even an entry in your blog.