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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsPhoibos Argo

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Argo200m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$345

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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.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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