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Bell & Ross BR 03-92 DESERT TYPEvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
Bell & RossBR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
MSRP $3,672
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE42mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
BR 03-92 DESERT TYPE$3,672
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.302
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,672
$428

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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