Japanese monster vs an international one

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So I recently got myself a second monster. This time a Japanese one. It's my second diver, since mostly I collect vintage.

Thought people would be interested to see them side by side. I've seen videos saying they are the same but I don't agree.

Now some thoughts:
  • bezel is perfectly aligned on the japanese version, the teeth also align much better, the quality feels better on the numbers
  • bezel is much tighter on the japanese version, not loose at all
  • japanese version feels heavier when worn
  • dial quality seems the same
  • the buckle on the japanese version makes a stronger click and is tighter, requires more force to unlock
  • crown operation feels similar, winding the japanese one requires a bit less tension
  • crystal, cyclops, cases feel the same
  • the chain feels a bit more stable on the japanese version, but like a miniscule amount

Of course you also get the Made in Japan on the dial and back of the japanese one.

All in all the international version isn't wonky or anything but the bezel just doesn't feel up to the same standard.