Bell & Ross V2-94 BellytankervsLocke & King The James - Highland Green

V2-94 Bellytanker
Bell & RossV2-94 Bellytanker

Ref. br-v2-94-bellytanker-bronze-espresso·MSRP $5,400

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bell & Ross V2-94 Bellytanker at true scale

V2-94 Bellytanker

Locke & King The James - Highland Green at true scale

The James - Highland Green

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

n/a

12.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$5,400

$442

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Miyota 8215

Case

3 specs
Thickness
n/a
12.4mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$442
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bell & Ross V2-94 Bellytanker

The Bell & Ross V2-94 Bellytanker is widely praised for its handsome, vintage racing aesthetic and well-thought-out design. Owners and reviewers alike highlight its attractive gilt copper dial, often described as a "reversed Panda," and the elegant 41mm case with curved lugs and a highly domed sapphire crystal. The watch's ability to wear thin, despite its chronograph complication, is also a noted strength. Some sources mention the use of a stable bronze alloy that resists heavy patination, offering a chic rather than antique look. The tachymeter bezel and single subdial chronograph are recognized features. One reviewer noted a preference for the Bell & Ross V2-94 Bellytanker's dial contrast and legibility, while another pointed out the screwed pushers as potentially less elegant than mushroom pushers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Bell & Ross V2-94 Bellytanker highly for its vintage charm and elegant chronograph design at an accessible price point.

Locke & King The James - Highland Green

Owners widely praise Locke & King The James - Highland Green for its quality build and beloved design. One owner notes their example runs about +10 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate Locke & King The James - Highland Green highly for its quality build and design, with many finding it gets significant wrist time.