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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsLorier Zephyr

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Zephyr36mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Zephyr40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Zephyr
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Zephyr$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
13.3mm
Lug Width
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
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
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
$549

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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.

Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

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