Do you like Bell & Ross?
I came across some watch snobs who look down upon Bell & Ross as a brand. I find their watches very good looking and movement is also okaish. Isn’t it a good buy?
Personally I like it and I’ll buy it, Curious about what you guys think!
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Soumik
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5.50” / 13.97 cm
They make nice watches with reliable movements. Granted most are way too big for the average wrist, but like Panerai, they have a target audience in mind.
Them making nice watches does not mean they are a good buy. At retail, they are a horrible value. One can get better spec watches for a 1/3rd the price. They simply are not worth the sum of the parts. However used, or about 50% off retail, I think they are a good pickup for someone looking for that style.
I really like them , back in the day I had a BR02 Dive watch , rocked it for a couple of years.
I agree with @AllTheWatches that the MSRP value is terrible but with BR you are paying for the unique design I guess , they are one of only a few brands that you can tell what they are from the other side of the room.
Voted no for two reasons, firstly I don't like their square design ( personal preference ) and secondly, the MSRP on new ones are ridiculous. Using non-COSC Selita movements with 38h power reserve in 5k watch is a discrace IMO. That is clearly shown by second hand price retention, dropping 20-30% as soon as they leave the shop.
Purchased a BR03 92 with a good discount brand new,as it was ceramic wasn't sure what to expect also being square,the results are in,it's a great watch comfortable especially on the rubber strap easily readable great lume , highly recommend people give them a chance, don't understand why people give them a hard time without trying them on
I tried this one on earlier today. I was blown away by how good it felt on the wrist. The rubber strap just melts into your arm and the ceramic case is a stunner.
No. Price, shape, size. They're so distinctive that I can just skip over them, like Panerai.
I own several B&R…clearly a fan 🤙❤️🎯
Purchased a BR03 92 with a good discount brand new,as it was ceramic wasn't sure what to expect also being square,the results are in,it's a great watch comfortable especially on the rubber strap easily readable great lume , highly recommend people give them a chance, don't understand why people give them a hard time without trying them on
How long have you had the B&R and how does the ceramic case wear?
How long have you had the B&R and how does the ceramic case wear?
I've had it nearly a year,it's worn in rotation,it's been in the sea and pools,they are a little heavy but don't move on my 7in wrist,I've banged it against a marble work top with no damage,I got it whilst on sale so saved £1000
I've had it nearly a year,it's worn in rotation,it's been in the sea and pools,they are a little heavy but don't move on my 7in wrist,I've banged it against a marble work top with no damage,I got it whilst on sale so saved £1000
Awesome, they’re one of the most distinctive watches going around. Love em’ and can’t wait to get one myself.
The BR-05 is the only integrated bracelet design I’ve seen that gets me all chuffed up. I tried it on and it is a great looking watch. I agree the price gets high and comparison shopping would lead me in some other directions but the 05 looks damn good.
The BR-05 is the only integrated bracelet design I’ve seen that gets me all chuffed up. I tried it on and it is a great looking watch. I agree the price gets high and comparison shopping would lead me in some other directions but the 05 looks damn good.
Everyone wants to hate that watch, but I agree, I think it is awesome looking. When they hit $2500 I may pick one up.
I don’t really like the square instrument watches, but the vintage models, like the V2-92 looks very nice.