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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsMassena LAB Dato-Racer

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Dato-Racer40mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Dato-Racer38h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Dato-Racer50m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Dato-Racer$1,595

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
SW400-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
38h
Jewels
26
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$1,595

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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.

Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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