Atelier Wen Goes French: The Perception V3 Upgrades to a Custom Pequignet Caliber
Atelier Wen has unveiled the third iteration of its flagship integrated-bracelet watch, the Perception V3. By replacing its previous Chinese-sourced movement with a customized French Pequignet caliber, the brand is bridging high-end French engineering with artisan Chinese guilloché dials.
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