I bought multiple pairs of 100k pros and tacks as-v's recently. While most were very close on both the left and right skates, none were absolutely identical. Two of the six pairs were off by a noticeable amount ( one pair of as-v and one pair of 100k's ). Thankfully those two were pairs that didn't fit properly and were getting returned anyhow. The pair of 100k pro's i did decide to keep were very close on both sides. Not identical, but close enough.....and I too am ocd with stuff like that........especially for $999 skates. I think i racked up $7500 worth of skates on one months credit card bill. Thank god for the no fuss refunds and ccm 90 day guarantee from all the retailers i bought from.