You spend more on Big 5 gloves being you will get 1 every so many seasons vs spending the money upfront and getting a glove the will last a life time. A2000 is a really good glove with not to much break in.
FYI stage 5 takes the longest. However they are really good about the updates and thier CS is top notch. If you it's taking to lo g in a stage give them a call. Congrats Pro 44 gloves are awesome.