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Atelier Wen PerceptionvsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Perception
Atelier WenPerception
MSRP $25,800
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception38.5mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Perception40h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Perception50m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Perception$25,800
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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