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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsPagani Design PD-1717

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
PD-171738mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
PD-171742h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
PD-1717200m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
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
Miyota 8215
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
42h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$158

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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