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Atelier Wen PerceptionvsCitizen ATTESA

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Perception
Atelier WenPerception
MSRP $25,800
ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,195

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception38.5mm
ATTESA41.5mm
Power Reserve
Perception40h
ATTESA40h
Water Resistance
Perception50m
ATTESA100m
MSRP
Perception$25,800
ATTESA$1,195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
41.5mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Super Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H874
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,800
$1,195

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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.

Citizen ATTESA

Owners widely praise Citizen ATTESA for its advanced technology, including solar power, GPS/radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendars, all housed in lightweight, durable titanium cases with sapphire crystals. Specific models are lauded for their stylish, tech-heavy designs and comfortable wearability, with one owner highlighting its exceptional feature set for the price. However, some find certain dials busy with redundant city names, and the lume is considered average. A few users note limitations with bracelet clasp adjustments or the lack of a safety lock. One owner questioned the price point, finding it difficult to justify based on exclusivity alone, while another pointed out rough finishing on the hands of a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its blend of innovative technology, comfortable titanium construction, and practical features at a competitive price.

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