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One thing to think about is the shape, the Brooks Finesse is shorter and wider, to suit the female shape. They only, as far as I can see, list a Ti version.
The other which I can't see mentioned in this thread is riding them wet to mould the shape. I have used brooks for many years and the thick leather ones have all benefited from being soaked and almost dried out before riding for a short while. The leather then takes the shape of your sit bones more quickly, and while it isn't any softer it is more comfortable. When fully dry rub in proofide and away you go!
Coincidentally I have an old and unridden finesse with steel rails that I might be persuaded to sell. I bought it for my partner, she looked at me as if I was jesting (she isn't really a cyclist) and it has lain in a cupboard ever since!