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Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTORvsSpinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

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BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR
Bell & RossBR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR
MSRP $96,120
Croft 42 Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft 42 Skeleton
MSRP $435

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR40mm
Croft 42 Skeleton42mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR52 hoursh
Croft 42 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR50m
Croft 42 Skeleton100m
MSRP
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR$96,120
Croft 42 Skeleton$435

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Skeleton
Sport
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
9mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Skeleton
Steel
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.389
SII NH38A
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
52 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Tourbillon
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$96,120
$435

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR is noted for its comfortable 40mm square case with well-rounded edges and a bold, artistic design. Reviewers highlight its wearable case that seamlessly integrates with the strap and a well-executed dial structure. The watch features a Kenissi-manufactured calibre with a 70-hour power reserve and COSC certification, though one source notes the absence of hour markers on the dial. The BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR is priced at $7,200 USD. Overall, reviewers praise the Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR for its comfortable wearability and artistic dial execution.

Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton offers good build quality for its price, with some finding it a decent buy on sale. Reviewers note the 42mm case provides significant wrist presence. However, opinions are split on legibility and aesthetics, with some finding it poorly executed and uninteresting while others consider it one of the more legible skeleton watches. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH70 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, though one reviewer considered the movement uninteresting. The bracelet and clasp are considered mediocre for the price point. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton to be a polarizing but potentially good value skeletonized dive watch when purchased on sale, with its build quality being a key positive for many.

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