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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsNorqain Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black
NorqainWild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black
MSRP $10,611

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black42mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black62h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black200m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black$10,611

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
NORTEQ
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
62h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$10,611

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black

The Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black is widely praised for its exceptional lightness, with reviewers noting its NORTEQ and carbon composite construction contributing to weights as low as 78 grams, making it comfortable and durable, even on smaller wrists. Owners and reviewers highlight the COSC-certified Kenissi-built NN20/1 movement for its accuracy and robust performance. However, the all-black skeletonized dial is flagged by some for legibility issues, and the black lume is described as "absurdly faint." The watch's asymmetrical dial design and busy aesthetic are points of contention for a few reviewers. Power reserve figures vary across sources, with mentions of 41, 62, and 70 hours. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Chrono 42mm Black for its innovative materials and comfortable, durable build, despite some reservations about dial legibility.

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