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Bell & Ross BR-X5 Blue LumvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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BR-X5 Blue Lum
Bell & RossBR-X5 Blue Lum
MSRP $15,012
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Blue Lum41mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Blue Lum70 hoursh
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Blue Lum100m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
BR-X5 Blue Lum$15,012
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,012
$3,145

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X5 Blue Lum

The Bell & Ross BR-X5 Blue Lum features a composite case with blue luminescent quartz fibre and titanium, and its dial, indices, hands, and power reserve indicator are treated with blue Super-LumiNova. The watch is powered by the Kenissi-manufactured Caliber BR-CAL.323 automatic movement, which provides a 70-hour power reserve. The luminous composite case components appear a pale blue in daylight and emit a bright aqua blue glow in the dark, though the date numerals are unlit. On balance, reviewers highlight the BR-X5 Blue Lum's distinctive luminous case and dial as its primary appeal.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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