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Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch EditionvsLorier Astra Cosmic Blue

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Ancestra Launch Edition
Atelier WenAncestra Launch Edition
MSRP $45,900
Astra Cosmic Blue
LorierAstra Cosmic Blue
MSRP $499

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ancestra Launch Edition38.5mm
Astra Cosmic Blue36mm
Power Reserve
Ancestra Launch Edition40h
Astra Cosmic Blue40h
Water Resistance
Ancestra Launch Edition30m
Astra Cosmic Blue50m
MSRP
Ancestra Launch Edition$45,900
Astra Cosmic Blue$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.5mm
36mm
Lug Width
19mm
18mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Chinese caligraphy
Blue

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$45,900
$499

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What people say

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Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition

The Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition is widely praised for its unique hand-hammered grand feu enamel dial, featuring Chinese arts and crafts and micro-etched poetry on its custom French movement. Owners and reviewers highlight the dial's dramatic gradient and the flush-set baguette diamond hour markers, all housed in a compact 38mm steel case. The movement is noted as superior to standard ETA or Sellita options. Some owners feel a seconds hand would be a welcome addition, and the $5,850 price point is considered a significant step up, with one commenter finding the brand overpriced. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition highly for its exceptional dial artistry and unique movement at its price.

Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue

Owners widely praise the Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue for its beautiful, vintage 1960s aesthetic and comfortable 36mm size, fitting well even after initial adjustment. Some community members appreciate its clean lines and attractive design, though a few wish for more variation in the brand's case and bracelet designs across its models. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue highly for its stunning, dressy vintage appeal and wearability.

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