Hi Richard, Hoppy UK, I also have the AK-R1 kit, managed to put a bid on one on Ebay and got it for £25 brand new from China about a year ago. I do like the grids and the Gel holder, but to be fair have not really played with the Barn Doors or Dome or the reflector panel. I think I figured it was worth a punt for £25.
In relation to Magmod kit, I like their grids and gel holder, the Magbounce is really useful for my needs, but some of the other Magmod kit just sits in a cupboard these days, I guess I should put the stuff I don't use on Ebay, but then the wife will kill me when I make a loss.
To be honest, it's taken me a few years to work out what I need lighting wise and how to use it. I myself have been a victim of, "if only I had that one thing I could do this" Only to find out that it was my skills and experience that were lacking. However, I guess we all have to make a few mistakes to learn and benefit from them.