Also, keep in mind the E-series. Especially the plain Merry Widows. The E-B1 thru E-B7 are steel jointed with the 6 being wrapless.
Then the ED's are all full splice odd looking sneakies.
And now comes the E-F1, E-F2, and E-F3. (These are my favs).These play every bit as good as C or D, though I've never owned a C I have had several D's.
Good luck with what you choose!