Atelier Wen PerceptionvsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

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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 SP0034Q Quartz at true scale

Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

Diameter

38.5mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44.2mm

Thickness

n/a

8.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$4,850

$168

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko VX3K

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
37mm
Thickness
n/a
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44.2mm
Lug Width
19mm
25mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
None
Dial and Hands

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VX3K
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,850
$168
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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 SP0034Q Quartz

Owners widely appreciate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz for its solid construction and acceptable finishing relative to its price point, satisfying a desire for its specific aesthetic. The thin profile is noted as a benefit, attributed to its quartz movement. One owner describes the watch as "baller," highlighting its weighty feel and absence of sharp edges. However, one customer reported a negative experience with shipping updates and unresponsive customer service. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz highly for its value and aesthetic fulfillment at the price.

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