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Atelier Wen Perception v2vsMonta Atlas

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Perception v2
Atelier WenPerception v2
MSRP $6,085
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception v238.5mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
Perception v240h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Perception v250m
Atlas152m
MSRP
Perception v2$6,085
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Lug Width
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
152m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium
Silver

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,085
$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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