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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPEvsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE

The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Desert Type features a 42mm black ceramic case and a sand-colored dial with a sandwich construction. It is powered by the BR Caliber 302 movement, which offers a 38-hour power reserve. The dial has aviation-shaped hands and a photoluminescent lower insert. On balance, owners and reviewers note the distinctive dial and case construction of the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Desert Type.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE42mm
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Water Resistance
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE100m
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
MSRP
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE$3,672
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Beige
Blue
Indices
Applied indices
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.302
SW 200-2
Beat Rate
4 vph
Power Reserve
65h
Jewels
26
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,672
$1,430
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