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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsBremont MBII

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
MBII43mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
MBII40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
MBII100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
MBII$5,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
13.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
BE-36AE
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$5,400

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue Steel is noted for its integration of the Kenissi movement into the BR-03 case, featuring a layered dial with a reoriented power reserve indicator. Owners find the lume bright, though less so in person than in images, and appreciate the comfort and unique dial variations, viewing it as an experimental piece. Reviewers note the three-date window is less clear than a single date display and find the blue dial's shininess excessive.

Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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