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Bell & Ross BR-X5 IridescentvsVaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

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BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709
Dirty Dozen (40mm)
VaerDirty Dozen (40mm)
MSRP $199

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Dirty Dozen (40mm)36mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Dirty Dozen (40mm)40h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
Dirty Dozen (40mm)100m
MSRP
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709
Dirty Dozen (40mm)$199

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
12.8mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
40mm
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
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
$199

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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.

Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

The Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) is praised for its nice case design and thin profile, making it wear flat. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) highly for its comfortable wearability due to its thin case.

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