Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Phantom CeramicvsCIGA Design TOURBILLON

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic at true scale

BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic

CIGA Design TOURBILLON at true scale

TOURBILLON

Diameter

41mm

41.5mm

Thickness

11.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

54h

72h

highest

MSRP

$10,789

$1,999

lowest

Movement

Bell & Ross BR-CAL.322-1

CIGA Design CD-011

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
41.5mm
Thickness
11.2mm
n/a
Lug Width
24mm
41.5mm
Material
Ceramic
Titanium
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied indices
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Swiss Super-LumiNova, Dark Green

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Bell & Ross BR-CAL.322-1
CIGA Design CD-011
Beat Rate
n/a
0 vph
Power Reserve
54 hoursh
72h
Jewels
n/a
26
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,789
$1,999
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic

The Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic features black lume on its hands and indexes, which reviewers note is less bright than standard lume. The watch has a 41mm black ceramic case with brushed and polished surfaces and a grey-tinted sapphire dial that reveals the movement. It is powered by an automatic movement with a 54-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers describe the Bell & Ross BR-05 Skeleton Phantom Ceramic as a stealthy and modern take on the BR-05 line, highlighting its monochromatic aesthetic and intricate dial.

CIGA Design TOURBILLON

The CIGA Design TOURBILLON is widely praised for its avant-garde design and value as an entry into tourbillon complications, with reviewers noting a well-finished Grade 5 titanium case and flame-blued titanium parts. Owners report the watch has been problem-free, and some find the titanium version light and comfortable. However, readability is a challenge for some due to the dark dial and hands, and one owner expressed concern about the 50m water resistance being barely splash-proof. Movement performance is a point of contention, with one owner noting accuracy degrades as the power reserve depletes and winding lacks tactile feedback. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CIGA Design TOURBILLON highly for its visually engaging spectacle and unique design at a relatively affordable price.

From video reviewers

The titanium case and double-mainspring tourbillon movement deliver design and engineering competitive with watches costing ten times the price. The bracelet lacks micro-adjustment capability, and 9mm links create fit challenges for wearers between standard sizes.