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I kind of went the same path as you. Got some practice with older saws before going after my newer ones (Veritas). In only one case does one of my older saws tend to track left (still need to fix that) after resetting the teeth.
My Veritas dovetail saw cut like butter when new. When it dulled enough, I sharpened, but forgot to add the 10deg rake (factory for that saw). I also used a medium file on it, which I think may be a mistake. It still cuts well, just not quite as smoothly.
I also recently bought a Veritas rip tenon, and a rip carcass saw. Brand new, the tenon saw cuts great; clean and true. In contrast, the carcass saw cuts like crap. I’m not sure what to do about it.
I guess, even in the high-end lines, quality control can be hit or miss at times.