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21 April 2022, 02:02 AM | #1 |
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Bell & Ross BR V2-93 GMT quality?
I've been on my Rolex AD's wait list for over a year to get a new sub and while I'm waiting I've been looking at other brands. Somewhat out of frustration but also to expand my horizons. This would be in addition to the sub, not a replacement for it.
I've been looking at the Breitling Superocean 42 on rubber as a fun summer watch but I'm also drawn to the Bell & Ross BR V2-93 GMT. Does anyone own one of these? I'm really liking the blue version. I like the legibility and I like how the red GMT hand really pops against the blue. Bell & Ross watches are incredibly legible, there's no doubt about that. How is the quality? I know people who have had the classic square BR 03-92 for over a decade and they are still purring like a kitten. I know Bell & Ross uses ETA and not in-house movements but ETA makes some real work horses. Just curious to get some owner opinions if anyone has one of these. Thanks! Screenshot_20220420-104231_Chrome.jpg Sent from my SM-G986U using Tapatalk |
21 April 2022, 02:12 AM | #2 |
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Good thread... I have been eyeing one of these as well. I think it looks great! Any input is appreciated from current owners!
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21 April 2022, 02:54 AM | #3 |
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I think B&R makes some great watches and the GMTs like the one you're looking at are superb.
Please see my review of the BR126 Chrono. Although I did this review nine years ago, it still holds true and I still have (and like!) the watch. Cheers, -Marc http://watchreviewsbymcv.blogspot.co...ge-br-126.html |
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I'm one of the guys who has... I've been looking at adding their bronze at some point, so I say get it and don't look back. Solid quality and never heard a customer service complaint. Easy movement to service too.
Look fwd to wrist shots.
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Have to get the square body if you’re look at them. It’s their identity.
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The B&R, while not having an adjustable 12 hour hand, is still a great looking GMT.
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But if you're just tracking another time zone while not traveling the rotating bezel on the B&R makes quick work of that. dP
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Aside from those mentioned above, there is also the Mido Ocean Star GMT, a true traveler GMT if you can sport a 44mm case but still relatively thin and inexpensive.
https://www.midowatches.com/us/ocean...291105101.html Also Sinn105 GMT (Office GMT) https://www.sinn.de/en/Modell/105_St_Sa_UTC.htm And Ball Watch Endurance 1917 GMT (Traveler GMT) https://www.exquisitetimepieces.com/...d-edition.html Tag Heuer GMT https://www.tagheuer.com/us/en/timep...0.html#start=0 Christopher Ward Sealander (Office GMT) couldn't get past the trident seconds hand> I suppose it might have grown on me. comes in green too which I actually liked more… https://www.christopherward.com/int/...-S00W0-B0.html I was looking for a GMTs for a while… Actually got a used 50th anniversary Omega Seamaster 2534.50. COSC certified and a true traveler GMT with ETA movement. I like it! |
21 April 2022, 09:50 AM | #12 |
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BR-CAL.303 uses a base ETA 2893-2, maybe a Sellita equiv. My BR03-92 was the very first releases so has the ETA. Imho get the B&R, they're great timepieces and love their designs. Priced right too, if you know what I mean in this crazy world.
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Just one more to add that I forgot about. has a nice interactive web page too. Longines Spirit Zulu GMT.
https://zulu.longines.com/en-us/ Or if you don't want to scroll forever https://www.longines.com/en-us/watch...-l3-812-4-93-6 That's all I got… |
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I've had the B&R for a little over a year and I really like it. Looks wise, I think it's one of the better looking GMTs out there. Like others have mentioned, this isn't a "true" GMT.
Build quality is great. Bezel action is solid. Love the pop form the red GMT hand. I did think about selling it a couple times because I have another GMT that I wear much more ofter (16570 polar explorer). But each time I decided not to because it's such a great looking watch. Super comfortable to wear as well, due to the Erika's Original strap it comes with. I wouldn't hesitate to get one if I were you. One negative that I should add is the date window. It's very small, as is the font, making it difficult to read (at least for me). I have decent eye sight and don't wear glasses. |
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I almost bought a B&R GMT, but I wanted to wait to see what was introduced the April from other brands.
I'm glad I waited. Styling is subjective obviously, but the Longines packs far more bang for your buck than the B&R. COSC certified jumping hour, applied markers, ceramic bezel, 72 hour power reserve, silicone balance spring. All this starts at under 3K before discount. Considering that Zulu time punches above it's price point, I wouldn't think about a B&R unless offered at least a 20% discount. The B&R at retail is quickly approaching BB PRO GMT pricing. I do agree that the blue and silver is very pretty though, and if you don't really need a jumping hour, it is a good piece. |
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Just looked at the Longines, ok, yeah, wow that's a deal plus it has a silicon balance spring. Longines is coming on strong
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My buddy got a Longines a few years back and loves it. I keep looking at their time-only tux dial. Yeah, they've been around forever so no worries.
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These 3 are pretty cool. I like that they have a variety of color options and strap/bracelet options for each model. The Zulu Time is definitely on my short list. I wonder how comfortable the steel bracelet is? It sounds like the leather strap has a deployant clasp.Screenshot_20220424-213331_Chrome.jpgScreenshot_20220424-174439_Chrome.jpgScreenshot_20220424-213543_Chrome.jpg
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