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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsVario Futurist

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Titanium
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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