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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
SII NH35A
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
$520

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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 Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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