Atelier Wen Porcelain Odyssey — JivsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial
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Measurements
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Porcelain Odyssey — Ji
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial
Diameter
39mm
40.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.1mm
Thickness
11.7mm
lowest
12.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
n/a
$1,900
Movement
Automatic
Seiko 6R5H
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Atelier Wen Porcelain Odyssey — Ji owners praise its beautiful, legible porcelain dial and well-executed blued hands, noting refined cultural elements and excellent attention to detail. One owner reports the crown operation is rougher than expected, stiffening during manual winding, though automatic winding functions well. The 39mm case design is noted as strongly resembling another brand's model. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Atelier Wen Porcelain Odyssey — Ji for its striking dial and value proposition.
The porcelain dial and overall finishing are praised. The value proposition is debated, with one reviewer citing $5,850 and another suggesting under $1000.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial for its unique, beautiful, and tasteful porcelain dial, a testament to Japanese craftsmanship. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth, lustre, and subtle tinges, noting it offers more character than comparable enamel dials. Some owners find the 40.6mm case size and 12.4mm to 14.1mm thickness substantial for a dress watch, while others appreciate the value proposition under $2,000 for the artisanal effort. The Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial is highly regarded for its exceptional dial work and craftsmanship at its price point.
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