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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME42mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.3mm
14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Both sides
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied Arabic numerals

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
L844.4
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
72h
Jewels
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$3,550

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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.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME for its refined finishing, attractive dial with gilt elements, and smooth winding action. Reviewers highlight its handsome and versatile design, with some noting the 39mm variant offers comfortable wearability. The L844.4 movement provides a 72-hour power reserve and COSC certification. Some owners find the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment and prefer a weightier feel, while others note the 41mm or 42mm case sizes may be large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME highly for its excellent finishing and appealing design at its price point.

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