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Bell & Ross BR-X5 IridescentvsFears Arnos (Blue)

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BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709
Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Arnos (Blue)40h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
Arnos (Blue)30m
MSRP
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709
Arnos (Blue)$4,604

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
41mm
30.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Sellita SW1000-1b
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,709
$4,604

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent

The Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent is praised for its vibrant, color-shifting dial that moves between blue, green, and violet hues, achieved through layered PVD coatings over a sunburst texture. Reviewers note the 41mm stainless steel case has a mix of polished and brushed finishes. The BR-CAL.323 automatic movement, manufactured by Kenissi, is COSC-certified and offers a 70-hour power reserve. Some owners find the dial's "epic summer vibe" a bit too flashy and express concern about long-term appeal, with the watch priced at $8,400 on a bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the striking iridescent dial as the Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent's defining feature.

Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

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