Don't listen to the people who tell you a 44 is crap, they are good machines and do exactly what they are build for and what you are paying for.
I do like the JR as well, i think they are both great machines.
If you are looking for a workhorse the JR is probably the better choice, but just for buzzing around and burning holes in the sky??? Why spend the extra money???
If you want to spend extra money, what about a MD500 ;-) Cooler than both, JR or 44......Get the Magnum PI paintjob!!!