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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.5mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium
DLC

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$499

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What people say

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Atelier Wen Perception v2

Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Perception v2 for its premium feel, full tantalum construction, and integrated bracelet with a functional micro-adjust clasp. Reviewers highlight the hand-operated guilloché dials and handsome 40mm case design influenced by Chinese architecture. Some owners note the movement's winding action and rotor noise are not high-end, and that it does not hack. The watch is priced at $3,288 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Atelier Wen Perception v2 highly for its unique tantalum construction and hand-finished guilloché dial at the price point.

Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

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