Guess by nature, I'm one of the cynics who, when told a new product has better materials, better quality, and a lower price, starts wondering about what has been going on in the past. Or, I am skeptical about the "betterness" of the new.
I do hope the claims/promises will prove to be true. The only knife I own that I have come to actively dislike is my Pioneer 1. Maybe I'll be able to find a Savante at a B&M and be persuaded to buy one. But, won't hold my breath.