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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Seiko NH34A
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
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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