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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsSartory Billard SB05

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
SB0538.5mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
SB0590h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
SB0550m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
SB05

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.5mm
Thickness
13.3mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
LJP Cal. 7380
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
90h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992

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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.

Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

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