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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Titanium
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$935

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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 G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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