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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
9S66
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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