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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsSternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford
SternglasNaos Automatik Edition Oxford
MSRP $701

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford38mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford42h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford50m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford$701

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
42h
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$701

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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.

Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford for its elegant Bauhaus design, particularly the "Alabaster" dial described as a warm grey, beige, or silver, and its well-proportioned handset with distinctive red accents. The compact lugs and sapphire crystal are also highlighted as positive design elements contributing to its wearability. However, some owners find the movement audible and the small crown difficult to grip, making winding and setting inconvenient. One owner noted the finishing is not comparable to higher-end brands. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford highly for its attractive, affordable Bauhaus aesthetic and versatile wearability.

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