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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsAVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$295

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What people say

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Atelier Wen Perception v2

Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Perception v2 for its premium feel, full tantalum construction, and integrated bracelet with a functional micro-adjust clasp. Reviewers highlight the hand-operated guilloché dials and handsome 40mm case design influenced by Chinese architecture. Some owners note the movement's winding action and rotor noise are not high-end, and that it does not hack. The watch is priced at $3,288 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Atelier Wen Perception v2 highly for its unique tantalum construction and hand-finished guilloché dial at the price point.

AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic for its 3D instrument-panel aesthetic and premium feel, noting satin-brushed case sides, a polished bezel, and a knurled crown. However, the lume is considered a gimmick with limited strength and longevity, and some find the 42mm, over 13mm thick watch chunky on a 7" wrist. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic highly for its distinctive dial design and build quality at the price point.

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