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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsSeiko Alpinist

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
6R35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
70h
Jewels
24
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$750

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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.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

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