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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsLongines CONQUEST

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
CONQUEST
LonginesCONQUEST
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
CONQUEST38mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
CONQUEST72h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
CONQUEST100m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
CONQUEST$2,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
19mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
L888.5
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
72h
Jewels
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$2,400

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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.

Longines CONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines Conquest for its excellent finishing, versatile design, and strong value, with many finding it a comfortable and high-quality everyday watch. Reviewers and owners consistently flag the lack of micro-adjustment on the bracelet as a significant drawback impacting fit, and some note the lume could be stronger. One owner found the Longines Conquest underwhelming in person, while others compare its quality favorably to more expensive brands. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Conquest highly for its impressive finishing and overall value proposition, despite the bracelet fit issues.

From video reviewers

The Longines Conquest 38mm case size is praised for its balanced, versatile fit. The rubber strap's rattle is noted as a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value proposition relative to its price point.

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