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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsTudor 1926 28mm Automatic

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
1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
1926 28mm Automatic100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
28mm
Thickness
13.3mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
15mm
Finish
Polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
T201
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
38h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$2,400

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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.

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

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