Bell Ross BR 05 Chrono Strap Watch
In September 2019, Paris-based Bell Ross unveiled its most ambitious "https://www.proreviewwatch.co">best replica watches in years: the Bell Ross BR 05 (aBlogtoWatch hands-on here). The BR 05 was ambitious because it was the first time Bell Ross had produced a watch that was designed simply to look and feel good, rather than to be inspired by a specific world of sports or activities like flying, racing, or diving. The development of the BR 05 was driven by mass watch collector demand for an easy-to-wear steel watch with an integrated steel bracelet, and in some ways, it shares the same aesthetic as its predecessor. That being said, the Bell Ross BR 05 was largely inspired by past Bell Ross pieces. This stunning watch is one of the most satisfying watches I’ve worn in recent memory — and then Bell Ross decided to introduce a chronograph version, the BR 05 Chrono.
Today, I’m reviewing the Bell Ross BR 05 Chrono reference BR05C-BU-ST/SRB in steel with a dark metallic blue dial and a blue rubber strap. I admit, I was a little reluctant to review a watch that was designed to fit on a bracelet… a strap. I’m actually glad I did. While reviewing a watch like the BR 05 with a matching bracelet is particularly satisfying, sometimes, nothing beats a soft rubber strap.
Bell Ross "https://www.chronowrist.ru">high quality cheap watches introduced the BR 05 Chrono (on aBlogtoWatch) about a year after the original three-hand BR 05 model. The BR 05 Chrono has the same 42mm wide steel case, but is slightly thicker due to the automatic chronograph movement. The automatic case is indeed slightly larger than the three-hand model, but it’s comfortable to wear and the case proportions are excellent.
Speaking of the case, the BR 05 is a beauty in its own right, taking the square case look of the Bell Ross BR 01 and then softening it up and giving the BR 05 more beautiful polished angles and surfaces. This is a Gerald Genta watch made by Bell Ross – it’s that simple. It also feels like a cousin to the Glashutte Original Seventies Chronograph I reviewed here.
As a tool watch, the BR 05 is still pretty great, even if it’s designed to cater to lifestyle needs. The case is solid, water-resistant to 100 meters, with a screw-down crown and sapphire crystal over the dial. There’s a nice crown and chronograph pusher guard on the side of the case, and the overall legibility of the dial is very good. I particularly like the design of the two subdials, whose shapes mimic the shape of the BR 05 case itself. "https://www.proreviewwatch.co/breitling-c-62.html">Breitling Perpetual Calendar 140th Anniversary
Bell Ross has opted for some functional style for the dial of the BR 05 Chrono, as the hour counter chronograph has been removed despite the movement offering a full 12-hour timekeeping function. That means the base Swiss-made ETA 2894-2 automatic movement (Bell Ross calls it Caliber BR-CAL.301) is equipped with a 30-minute chronograph, as well as a time and round date window between 4 and 5 o'clock on the dial.
Through the back of the watch, you can admire the movement, which has been perlage-decorated for the BR 05 Chrono watch and features a custom Bell Ross spoke-style automatic rotor. The latter design element is a bit random, though it does tie in closely with the greater DNA of the Bell Ross brand. The movement runs at 4Hz and has a power reserve of approximately two days. "https://www.proreviewwatch.co/jacob-co-c-4.html">replica JACOB CO BUGATTI CHIRON
Returning to the dial, I really appreciate how Bell Ross has subtly played with layers and materials. The slightly recessed subdials, applied hour markers, and angled flange ring combine to give the BR 05's dial a pleasing and aesthetically pleasing sense of depth. While you can opt for a more classic black dial version, this blue dial version of the BR 05 Chrono is much more pleasing to the eye, with the way the dial color changes dynamically with the light, changing from midnight to a glossy ocean blue.
An interesting surprise when wearing the BR 05 case with an existing (and less expensive) rubber strap is how much I like it – not only the way it feels, but also the way it looks. Visually, the absence of a bracelet actually enhances the visual focus on the case, while also emphasizing its boxy and unique look. When paired with a steel bracelet, everything comes together. As a result, wearing the BR 05 on a strap or bracelet makes for an entirely different style experience. "https://www.chronowrist.ru/richard-mille-watches-c-8.html">replica richard mille nadal
There’s also the simple matter of comfort. The tapered rubber strap closes with a comfortable, folding steel push-button folding clasp. This combination of elements makes for an extremely comfortable wearing experience, just as Hublot has proven to the watch industry. Now, Bell Ross has created a product that not only has a Gerald Genta-style bracelet available, but also a luxury sports watch rubber strap option. That’s a good thing for Bell Ross – because this wearing experience is not available elsewhere at this price point.
The choice between the Bell Ross BR 05 Three Hand and the Chrono comes down to taste and budget. Both are excellent choices, just different flavors of the same enjoyment. You also have to decide if you want the full bracelet experience or the sporty comfort and durability of a strap (which also has its own premium style). "https://www.chronowrist.ru/maurice-lacroix-watches-c-187.html">replica Maurice Lacroix AIKON watches