The MSRP between the old and new is only 100 different. They won't sell for 455. besides, the if it has the criochokes and comfortech, it's probably worth it. to upgrade a nova to a recoil reducer bracket and mercury capsule is 60 bucks, and a new recoil pad is at least 40. If you don't already have a nova, with the features its got, it's actually a pretty good deal for new pump buyers.