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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.6mm
Thickness
13.3mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
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
9SA4
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
80h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$10,000

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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 SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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