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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPEvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
Bell & RossBR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
MSRP $3,672
Spence 300
SpinnakerSpence 300
MSRP $650

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE42mm
Spence 30040mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
Spence 30040h
Water Resistance
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE100m
Spence 300300m
MSRP
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE$3,672
Spence 300$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Beige
Aquamarine
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.302
SII NH35A
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,672
$650

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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.

Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

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