Atelier Wen Millésime 2025 — Perception 漩 (Xuán)vsMonta Noble
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Measurements
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Millésime 2025 — Perception 漩 (Xuán)
Noble
Diameter
38.5mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
152m
highest
MSRP
$3,600
$1,895
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Monta M-22
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Millésime 2025 — Perception 漩 (Xuán) for its stunning, depth-filled pietersite dial and thin 9.4mm profile. However, some owners report issues with chipped or jagged indices, unchamfered case edges, and sunken indices, with one owner finding the movement unremarkable for the $3.5k price. The overall finishing, particularly bracelet edges, is described by some as mid-tier, though the brand has reportedly improved this in later batches. On balance, owners rate the Atelier Wen Millésime 2025 — Perception 漩 (Xuán) highly for its unique dial and wearability, despite some concerns regarding finishing consistency.
The pietersite dial is a standout aesthetic feature, and the watch is constructed from 904L steel. The slim 9.4mm profile was noted.
Owners widely praise the Monta Noble for its exceptional finishing, slim 9.7mm case, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its versatile dress-watch aesthetic and highly adjustable bracelet. Accuracy is reported around +2 seconds per day by one owner, while another notes a Sellita SW300-based M-22 movement. Some reviewers and owners find the polished bezel prone to scratches and the clasp fiddly, with a few also criticizing the dial proportions and crown action. The Monta Noble is priced at $1,600-$1,795. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Noble highly for its impressive finishing and slim profile at its price point.
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