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Bell & Ross BR-05 Blue Diamond EaglevsHalios Universa II

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BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle
Bell & RossBR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle
MSRP $5,292
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle36mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle54 hoursh
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle100m
Universa II100m
MSRP
BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle$5,292
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
8.7mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Gold
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.329
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
54 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,292
$995

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle

Owners widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 36 MM Blue Diamond Eagle's design, dial, and the contrast between brushed and polished finishes, finding it a compelling integrated steel sports watch. One owner notes the crown can be fussy. The £4k price is considered high, especially given the SW300-1 movement. On balance, owners find the Bell & Ross BR-05 36 MM Blue Diamond Eagle's design and finishing compelling, though the price point is a significant consideration.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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