Atelier Wen PerceptionvsNuncier MS Silver 38mm BK
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Measurements
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Perception
MS Silver 38mm BK
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Thickness
n/a
7mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$4,850
$495
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Miyota GL20
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Perception's integrated bracelet and clasp for their excellent taper and finish, and many find the 9.4mm thin case appealing. However, some owners question the value at $3000, citing the Chinese movement and a bracelet design that draws comparisons to other watches. The dial's guilloché is considered less precise than high-end alternatives, and the movement's winding action and rotor noise are noted as not feeling premium, with the movement not hacking. Overall, owners rate the Atelier Wen Perception highly for its bracelet finishing and thin case, despite some reservations about the movement and dial precision relative to its price point.
The 38mm case size is divisive, with some owners finding it too small on a 7-inch wrist while others deem it perfect for a 6-inch wrist. One owner reports the watch loses about a minute per week. Overall, owners are split on the wearability of the Nuncier MS Silver 38mm BK due to its size, with accuracy being a noted concern for some.
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