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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZELvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL
Bell & RossBR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL
MSRP $8,532
Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL42mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL300m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL$8,532
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Space Ghost
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.302
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,532
$2,390

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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL

The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL is noted for its bold, square case design and the warm, vintage feel of its bronze material, which develops a unique patina over time. Reviewers and owners highlight its surprisingly comfortable wearability, with some appreciating the flat top of the case and short lugs, despite its notable weight. Legibility in low light is a point of discussion, with one review noting the orange hour hand lume is less prominent than the lume on the hands and markers. The watch is powered by a Sellita-based Calibre BR-CAL.302 movement. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE BRONZE SAPPHIRE BEZEL for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with the bronze case's evolving patina being a key characteristic.

Formex Essence ThirtyNine

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine is praised for its impressive build quality and value, featuring a patented case suspension system for comfort and protection. It houses a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve and a tool-free strap quick-release system. A minor inconvenience noted is the specific closing order of the clasp. On balance, reviewers rate the Formex Essence ThirtyNine highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value at its price point.

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