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Bell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLDvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
Bell & RossBR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
MSRP $22,572
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD42mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD100m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD$22,572
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
White
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.309
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$22,572
$388

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD

Owners widely praise the Bell & Ross BR 03 for its handsome, unique aviation-inspired design and "swagger." Some commenters defend the brand against common criticisms, highlighting the watch's appealing color combinations and number fonts. The value proposition is debated due to its use of ETA movements and emphasis on aesthetics, and it appeals to a niche audience. Overall, owners rate the Bell & Ross BR 03 highly for its distinctive design and wearability.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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