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Bell & Ross BR-X5 Blue LumvsanOrdain Model 1

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BR-X5 Blue Lum
Bell & RossBR-X5 Blue Lum
MSRP $15,012
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Blue Lum41mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Blue Lum70 hoursh
Model 142h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Blue Lum100m
Model 150m
MSRP
BR-X5 Blue Lum$15,012
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Thickness
12.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70 hoursh
42h
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,012
$3,804

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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.

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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