I agree with all and can add a bit more. I actually do a E-W pass on my neck and it works fine.
All my DE razors are different with different blades except the Edwin Jagger Barley. It takes any blade and shaves fantastic(unless you put the blade in wrong) The only difference I can tell is how many shaves I can get out of the different blades(all quality blades).
I I had it to do over I would obtain some type of cheap adjustable(fat boy or slim etc...) and use it to learn a bit and discover if you like a more aggressive or gentle shave pass. It is easy to learn and you are right about using no pressure but the razor weight. Enjoy!!
Paul