Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & GoldvsBreitling Avenger Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold at true scale

BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold

Breitling Avenger Chronograph at true scale

Avenger Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Thickness

14.3mm

lowest

16.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

60h

highest

48h

MSRP

$15,336

$6,600

lowest

Movement

Bell & Ross BR-CAL.326

Breitling 13

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
14.25mm
16.43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
24mm
22mm
Material
Rose Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
White
n/a
Indices
Applied indices
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Bell & Ross BR-CAL.326
Breitling 13
Beat Rate
n/a
0 vph
Power Reserve
60 hoursh
48h
Jewels
n/a
0
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Chronograph
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,336
$6,600
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold

Owners praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold's handsome design and comfortable wear, noting its beautiful dial and blend of heritage with modern appeal. However, both owners and reviewers flag the price as a significant letdown, with many suggesting better value is available elsewhere, particularly considering the movement. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold to be a good-looking watch, but its value proposition is a point of contention.

From video reviewers

The blend of brushed and polished finishes on the case and integrated bracelet is a cited strength. Reviewers noted its substantial 14.8mm thickness as a potential wearability concern. Opinions on the watch's originality were divided.

Breitling Avenger Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Chronograph's handsome looks, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many finding it appealing and suitable for daily wear, even during activities like hiking. The bracelet is noted for its dramatic, contrasting brushed and polished links. However, some owners find the 43mm case size at the upper limit of their preference, and one owner describes the watch as chunky and too present for smaller wrists. A specific concern raised by one owner is a consistent 25-second delay in the minute hand's movement after hacking the second hand, attributed to backlash in the gear train. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.