Atelier Wen PerceptionvsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Atelier Wen Perception at true scale

Perception

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic at true scale

Söhne SP0004 Automatic

Diameter

38.5mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$4,850

$243

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
37mm
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
25mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
0h
42 hoursh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,850
$243
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Reviews

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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, 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.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0004 Automatic for its excellent build quality and substantial 150g weight, which conveys a sense of quality. The inclusion of a zippered case and link removal tool is also noted. On balance, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0004 Automatic highly for its robust build and the included accessories.

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