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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsPinion Pure Bronze

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Pure Bronze
PinionPure Bronze
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Pure Bronze38mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Pure Bronze45h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Pure Bronze100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
45h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$1,715

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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.

Pinion Pure Bronze

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

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