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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
The Olmsted Matte38mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
The Olmsted Matte42h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
The Olmsted Matte100m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
The Olmsted Matte$1,775

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Sellita SW300
Beat Rate
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$1,775

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue for its excellent finishing, sharp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces, and attractive blue sunray dial. It is noted to wear well on wrists under 6.5 inches. Some owners question its value proposition due to the Sellita movement, and one owner finds the crown can be fussy to use, while another notes sharp edges on the bracelet links. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue highly for its cohesive package and attractive case execution.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

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