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Bell & Ross BR-05 SKELETON GOLDvsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

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BR-05 SKELETON GOLD
Bell & RossBR-05 SKELETON GOLD
MSRP $44,820
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
ZelosSkyraider 40 Skeleton
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 SKELETON GOLD40mm
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 SKELETON GOLD
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 SKELETON GOLD100m
Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m
MSRP
BR-05 SKELETON GOLD$44,820
Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Thickness
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Rose Gold
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
Ti Damascus LE
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.322
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$44,820
$1,999

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 SKELETON GOLD

The Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Gold is praised for its distinctive and attractive design, warm color, intricate skeletonized movement, and balanced 40mm wearability. However, its price, particularly at over $30,000, is widely considered a significant drawback, especially given its Sellita SW300-based movement. Some reviewers and owners note the movement's 38-hour power reserve as a potential drawback for enthusiasts. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Gold to be a visually striking watch, but its high price point relative to its movement is a consistent point of contention.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and skeletonized dial are highly praised. The 38-hour power reserve is a point of concern.

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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