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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsPinion Pure Bronze

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Pure Bronze
PinionPure Bronze
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Pure Bronze38mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Pure Bronze45h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Pure Bronze100m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
45h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$1,715

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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.

Pinion Pure Bronze

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

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