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Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch EditionvsBrew Metric Lite

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Ancestra Launch Edition
Atelier WenAncestra Launch Edition
MSRP $45,900
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ancestra Launch Edition38.5mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
Ancestra Launch Edition40h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
Ancestra Launch Edition30m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
Ancestra Launch Edition$45,900
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Mechanical
Diameter
38.5mm
30mm
Thickness
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
34mm
Lug Width
19mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Chinese caligraphy
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
6T27
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$45,900
$375

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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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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