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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsVaer Calendar Field

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
13.3mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
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
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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