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Bell & Ross BR-05 DiamondvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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BR-05 Diamond
Bell & RossBR-05 Diamond
MSRP $24,829
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 Diamond40mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 Diamond
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
BR-05 Diamond100m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
BR-05 Diamond$24,829
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Caseback
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Both sides
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Indices
Applied indices
Applied Arabic numerals

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.321
L844.4
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
72h
Jewels
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$24,829
$3,550

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 Diamond

Owners widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 Diamond's design and build quality, noting its comfortable wearability and a less derivative appearance in person. The contrast between brushed and polished finishes, along with the blue sunray dial, contributes to its appeal as a versatile integrated steel sports watch. Some owners, however, find the crown to be a bit fussy and criticize the high price relative to the SW300-1 movement. On balance, owners rate the Bell & Ross BR-05 Diamond highly for its striking design and versatile wearability.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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