Bell & Ross BR-X1 Tourbillon RS17vsTAG Heuer Carrera Split Seconds Chronograph

Owners widely report a niche, futuristic, and industrial design for the Bell & Ross BR-X1 TOURBILLON RS17, with good readability despite its skeletonization, though some find its aesthetic dated and its square case design awkward. One owner wishes for a larger date window. The watch features a manually wound caliber BR-CAL.283 with a 4-day power reserve and 100m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Bell & Ross BR-X1 TOURBILLON RS17's distinctive design but are divided on its overall aesthetic appeal.

Owners widely report receiving numerous compliments on the TAG Heuer Carrera Split Seconds Chronograph, with one owner calling it the most beautiful TAG Heuer they have personally seen. Reviewers note its technically advanced nature, featuring a titanium case with linear brushing and a skeletonized automatic movement, though its 30-meter water resistance is considered minuscule. The design balances legibility and drama with a more subtle dial than its Monaco counterpart, incorporating iconic Carrera elements with a sharper aesthetic. Finishing is consistently praised as higher than most TAG Heuer models, and the movement, co-developed with Vaucher, showcases extensive hand-finishing. However, its price point, around $127,000 or CHF 110,000, is considered steep for a titanium Carrera by some reviewers, even with the split-seconds complication.