The Atelier Wen Perception Piao represents a major milestone in independent watchmaking. It is one of the very few watches under five figures that offers a genuine, hand-turned guilloché dial made by an artisan rose-engine lathe operator.
Overview
Brand: Atelier Wen
Model: Perception Piao
Collection: Perception
Price: £2,000–£3,600 GBP
Website: atelierwen.com
Specifications
Case Diameter: 40.0mm
Thickness: 9.4mm
Lug to Lug: 47.0mm
Lug Width: 20.0mm (Integrated)
Water Resistance: 100m
Case Material: 904L Stainless Steel
Crystal: Sapphire
Strap/Bracelet: Integrated 904L Steel Bracelet
Design & Wearability
The Perception’s case profile is inspired by classic Chinese architecture, such as the sweeping curves of traditional pagoda roofs. It sits incredibly thin on the wrist at 9.4mm, and the integrated bracelet features an on-the-fly micro-adjustment system.
Movement & Performance
Powering the watch is the custom caliber Dandong SL1588. Atelier Wen worked with the factory to modify the movement to a thin 3.4mm profile and adjust it in five positions, delivering chronometric performance and removing the ghost-date position.
Official Website
Atelier Wen Perception product page
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