Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsLongines MASTER COLLECTION
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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.
The Longines Master Collection is widely praised for its excellent value, with owners and reviewers highlighting its attractive finishing and classic, dressy styling. The L893 caliber offers a 72-hour power reserve, and the collection includes models with complications like annual calendars and moon phase chronographs at competitive prices. Some owners note that the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments for a perfect fit, and one reviewer found the case finishing homogenous with pushers that felt cheap. The Master Collection Chronograph is noted for its excellent fit and finish and vintage theme, while the Small Seconds variant's dial features engraved Breguet numerals but the subdial cuts off the "7" asymmetrically, and its case is considered slightly thicker than ideal. One owner reported the moon phase setting mechanism on their chronograph may require service, and the Annual Calendar variant has 30m water resistance.
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