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Bell & Ross BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINEvsBremont Altitude MB Meteor

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BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE
Bell & RossBR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE
MSRP $8,532
Altitude MB Meteor
BremontAltitude MB Meteor
MSRP $5,300

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE46mm
Altitude MB Meteor42mm
Power Reserve
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE56 hoursh
Altitude MB Meteor40h
Water Resistance
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE100m
Altitude MB Meteor100m
MSRP
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE$8,532
Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
12.23mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Bronze
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.203
BE-92AE
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,532
$5,300

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE

The Bell & Ross BR 01 is recognized as a bold, 46mm "instrumentation watch" that drew inspiration from airplane cockpit altimeters upon its 2005 release. While one reviewer found a smaller variant in the line too flat and difficult to wear, the BR 01's unique design and historical significance are acknowledged. On balance, the Bell & Ross BR 01 is noted for its distinctive cockpit-inspired aesthetic and its impact on watch design at its launch.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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