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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPEvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
Bell & RossBR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
MSRP $3,672
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE$3,672
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Beige
Green
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.302
Miyota 9075
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,672
$935

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE

The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Desert Type features a 42mm black ceramic case and a sand-colored dial with a sandwich construction. It is powered by the BR Caliber 302 movement, which offers a 38-hour power reserve. The dial has aviation-shaped hands and a photoluminescent lower insert. On balance, owners and reviewers note the distinctive dial and case construction of the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Desert Type.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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