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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
42h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$980
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