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Atelier Wen PerceptionvsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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Perception
Atelier WenPerception
MSRP $25,800
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Perception38.5mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Perception40h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Perception50m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Perception$25,800
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,800
$390

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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.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

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