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Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTORvsGeckota Pioneer Automatic

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BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR
Bell & RossBR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR
MSRP $96,120
Pioneer Automatic
GeckotaPioneer Automatic
MSRP $299

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR40mm
Pioneer Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR52 hoursh
Pioneer Automatic40h
Water Resistance
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR50m
Pioneer Automatic100m
MSRP
BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR$96,120
Pioneer Automatic$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
9mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Skeleton
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.389
NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
52 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Tourbillon
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$96,120
$299

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR is noted for its comfortable 40mm square case with well-rounded edges and a bold, artistic design. Reviewers highlight its wearable case that seamlessly integrates with the strap and a well-executed dial structure. The watch features a Kenissi-manufactured calibre with a 70-hour power reserve and COSC certification, though one source notes the absence of hour markers on the dial. The BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR is priced at $7,200 USD. Overall, reviewers praise the Bell & Ross BR-X3 TOURBILLON MICRO-ROTOR for its comfortable wearability and artistic dial execution.

Geckota Pioneer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Geckota Pioneer Automatic for its retro-futuristic design, impressive lume, and unique dial finishing. The red dial variants are particularly favored for their brushed fumee appearance and vintage feel. Accuracy is noted as surprisingly good for an NH35 movement, though one owner reports +/- 20 seconds per day. The watch is considered a bargain by some at $259, while others find the $519 price for the NH35 movement in a 14mm thick case excessive. The 42mm cushion case is noted to wear large due to its lack of a prominent bezel. A minor phantom date position on the crown is reported, and the crystal is very reflective despite an anti-reflective coating. Some find the gold accents look a bit cheap, and one instance of a loose fleck of lume was observed. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Pioneer Automatic highly for its distinctive vintage aesthetic and value, particularly on sale.

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