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Bell & Ross BR-X5 IridescentvsLorier Hydra SIII

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BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709
Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Hydra SIII39mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Hydra SIII40h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
Hydra SIII200m
MSRP
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709
Hydra SIII$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Blue
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
$9,709
$699

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent

The Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent is praised for its vibrant, color-shifting dial that moves between blue, green, and violet hues, achieved through layered PVD coatings over a sunburst texture. Reviewers note the 41mm stainless steel case has a mix of polished and brushed finishes. The BR-CAL.323 automatic movement, manufactured by Kenissi, is COSC-certified and offers a 70-hour power reserve. Some owners find the dial's "epic summer vibe" a bit too flashy and express concern about long-term appeal, with the watch priced at $8,400 on a bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the striking iridescent dial as the Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent's defining feature.

Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

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