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Atelier Wen PerceptionvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Perception
Atelier WenPerception
MSRP $25,800
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception38.5mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Perception40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Perception50m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Perception$25,800
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
40mm

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,800
$750

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What people say

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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, alongside its appealing 9.4mm thin case. However, some owners question its $3000 value, citing the Chinese movement and a bracelet design reminiscent of other watches. The dial's guilloché is considered less precise than some high-end alternatives, and the movement's winding action and rotor noise are noted as not feeling premium, with the movement lacking a hacking function. On balance, owners value the Perception for its thin profile and bracelet finishing, despite reservations about its movement and overall value proposition.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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