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Bell & Ross BR-X5 IridescentvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
9039
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
42h
Jewels
24
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,709
$665

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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.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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