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Bell & Ross BR-X5 IridescentvsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
ZelosSkyraider 40 Skeleton
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m
MSRP
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709
Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.323
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual
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
$1,999

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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.

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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