I do not have the 404 but just got the 301. The 301 is 16 lb and is ok. Maybe take 22 lb and tie a solid little handle to it and see how it feels. I think it would be ok. Also these machines are solid and compact, much easier to carry then the bulky plastic things they have now. It is a nice machine and I would have gone over there to pick it up if it was closer. So yes, I wopuld go for it if I were you. It has the slant angle just like the 301. Maybe some one on the list has one and can tell you more details but it sure looks promising.