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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsFears Brunswick

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Brunswick
FearsBrunswick
MSRP $3,125

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Brunswick38mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Brunswick40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Brunswick10m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Brunswick$3,125

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
10m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Brown
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
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
$3,125

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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.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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