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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsBell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
GMT
Sport
Thickness
13.3mm

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
BR-CAL.323
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$7,992

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue for its excellent finishing, sharp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces, and attractive blue sunray dial. It is noted to wear well on wrists under 6.5 inches. Some owners question its value proposition due to the Sellita movement, and one owner finds the crown can be fussy to use, while another notes sharp edges on the bracelet links. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue highly for its cohesive package and attractive case execution.

Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel is noted for its integration of the Kenissi movement into the BR-03 case, featuring a layered dial with a reoriented power reserve indicator. Owners find the lume bright, though less so in person than in images, and appreciate the comfort and unique dial variations, viewing it as an experimental piece. Reviewers note the three-date window is less clear than a single date display and find the blue dial's shininess excessive.

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