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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
40mm Solar
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$349

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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