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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsFears Brunswick

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Brunswick
FearsBrunswick
MSRP $3,125

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Brunswick38mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Brunswick40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Brunswick10m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Brunswick$3,125

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
10m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Brown
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$3,125

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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.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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