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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsSpinnaker Popeye

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Popeye150m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium
Popeye Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$395

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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.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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