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Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & GoldvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold
Bell & RossBR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold
MSRP $15,336
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold42mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold60 hoursh
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold100m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold$15,336
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14.25mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Rose Gold
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Green
Indices
Applied indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.326
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
60 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,336
$499

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Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold

Owners and reviewers praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold for its handsome design, comfortable wearability, and beautiful dial, blending heritage with modern appeal. The watch features a 42mm steel case, 100-meter water resistance, and a modified ETA 2894-2 automatic chronograph movement. However, owners widely report that the price, especially considering the movement, is a significant drawback, with many suggesting better value is available elsewhere. On balance, the consensus is that the Bell & Ross BR-05 Chrono Grey Steel & Gold is a well-designed and comfortable watch, but its perceived value is hampered by its price point.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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