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Atelier Wen PerceptionvsChristopher Ward C1 Moonglow

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Perception
Atelier WenPerception
MSRP $25,800
C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception38.5mm
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Power Reserve
Perception40h
C1 Moonglow38h
Water Resistance
Perception50m
C1 Moonglow30m
MSRP
Perception$25,800
C1 Moonglow$2,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
47.9mm
Thickness
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
SLN X1 WL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,800
$2,850

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What people say

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Atelier Wen Perception

Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Perception's integrated bracelet and clasp for their excellent taper and finish, alongside its appealing 9.4mm thin case. However, some owners question its $3000 value, citing the Chinese movement and a bracelet design reminiscent of other watches. The dial's guilloché is considered less precise than some high-end alternatives, and the movement's winding action and rotor noise are noted as not feeling premium, with the movement lacking a hacking function. On balance, owners value the Perception for its thin profile and bracelet finishing, despite reservations about its movement and overall value proposition.

Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow for its gorgeous, avant-garde moonphase display and impressive lume, with many finding it comfortable and well-wearing. The constantly rotating moon phase complication is a highlight, and its accuracy is noted as exceptional. However, some find the lume on the date ring disappointing, fading quickly, and one owner finds the second, less visible moon distracting. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow highly for its visually engaging moonphase and value at the price point.

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