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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsFortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$4,840

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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.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is widely praised for its stunning dial execution, COSC-certified Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and legible Brixtrack luminous indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the surprisingly wearable 43mm titanium case and bracelet, noting its lightness and comfort despite the size, with one source specifically mentioning a quick-adjustable extension. The watch offers 200m water resistance and features a Synchroline indicator. However, some owners note the titanium scratches easily and the bracelet can be difficult to size. The watch is priced at €4,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT highly for its purpose-focused pilot's watch design and innovative movement.

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