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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsFortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Sellita SW220-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
26
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$5,450

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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 Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

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