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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsGrand Seiko SBGY011

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
SBGY01140mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
SBGY01172h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
SBGY011100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
SBGY011$8,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
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

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
9R31
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
72h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$8,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

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