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Bell & Ross BR-X3 Blue SteelvsLongines LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

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BR-X3 Blue Steel
Bell & RossBR-X3 Blue Steel
MSRP $7,992
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesLONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 Blue Steel41mm
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 Blue Steel70 hoursh
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 Blue Steel100m
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
BR-X3 Blue Steel$7,992
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
13.3mm
9.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
L891.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
72h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,992
$2,600

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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 ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its refined, classic design and slim, polished case, with reviewers highlighting its visual discretion and splendor through simplicity. Owners appreciate its versatile aesthetic, suitable for both formal and casual wear, and note the improved date window execution. The watch is powered by the anti-magnetic, 72-hour power reserve calibre L891.5. Some find the silver baton hands on white dials can be difficult to read, and a few feel the date complication detracts from its classic charm. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its elegant styling and value.

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