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Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & GoldvsFears Brunswick

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BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold
Bell & RossBR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold
MSRP $15,336
Brunswick
FearsBrunswick
MSRP $3,125

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold42mm
Brunswick38mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold60 hoursh
Brunswick40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold100m
Brunswick10m
MSRP
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold$15,336
Brunswick$3,125

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
14.25mm
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
10m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Brown
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.326
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
60 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,336
$3,125

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Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold

Owners and reviewers praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold for its handsome design, comfortable wearability, and beautiful dial, blending heritage with modern appeal. The watch features a 42mm steel case, 100-meter water resistance, and a modified ETA 2894-2 automatic chronograph movement. However, owners widely report that the price, especially considering the movement, is a significant drawback, with many suggesting better value is available elsewhere. On balance, the consensus is that the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold is a well-designed and comfortable watch, but its perceived value is hampered by its price point.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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