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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.3mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.75mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Skeleton
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
NORQAIN NN08S
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
41h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$5,639

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold is praised for its unique, mountain-inspired skeletonized dial design, though its asymmetry may not be universally appealing. It features a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 62-hour power reserve. One review notes a 42mm black DLC case with mixed finishing, while another mentions a titanium case and rubber strap contributing to comfortable wear. The price is listed at $7,490 for a jade green DLC titanium version. Overall, reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and comfortable wearability as key strengths of the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold.

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