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Bell & Ross BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINEvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE
Bell & RossBR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE
MSRP $8,532
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE46mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE56 hoursh
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE100m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE$8,532
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
46mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Blue
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.203
Seiko NH34A
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,532
$299

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR 01 INSTRUMENT DE MARINE

The Bell & Ross BR 01 is recognized as a bold, 46mm "instrumentation watch" that drew inspiration from airplane cockpit altimeters upon its 2005 release. While one reviewer found a smaller variant in the line too flat and difficult to wear, the BR 01's unique design and historical significance are acknowledged. On balance, the Bell & Ross BR 01 is noted for its distinctive cockpit-inspired aesthetic and its impact on watch design at its launch.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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