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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsBremont ionBird

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
ionBird43mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
ionBird40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
ionBird
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
ionBird$5,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
13.3mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$5,800

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel is noted for its integration of the Kenissi movement into the BR-03 case, featuring a layered dial with a reoriented power reserve indicator. Owners find the lume bright, though less so in person than in images, and appreciate the comfort and unique dial variations, viewing it as an experimental piece. Reviewers note the three-date window is less clear than a single date display and find the blue dial's shininess excessive.

Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

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