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Bell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLDvsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
Bell & RossBR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
MSRP $22,572
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD42mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD100m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD$22,572
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.309
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$22,572
$428

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD

Owners widely praise the Bell & Ross BR 03 for its handsome, unique aviation-inspired design and "swagger." Some commenters defend the brand against common criticisms, highlighting the watch's appealing color combinations and number fonts. The value proposition is debated due to its use of ETA movements and emphasis on aesthetics, and it appeals to a niche audience. Overall, owners rate the Bell & Ross BR 03 highly for its distinctive design and wearability.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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