When it comes to Bell & Ross watches I always have good feelings about their newly introduced watches. The BR-X collection is more of a technical style with military attributes. The round face of the case looks as if it has been removed from a fighter cockpit. Bell & Ross has added more complexity and details into this collection.
The first BR-X1 Skeleton was released back in 2015, featuring a grade 5 titanium case with rubber protection around it. Push buttons of ceramic with rubber inserts were sturdy and ergonomic. The crystal dial also fascinated with a detailed view of the mechanical depth within the watch.
After four years into the collection, Bell & Ross has added many watches to the BR-X range. Each new watch sported a new color, material, or movement. The most popular being the BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire Black featuring a tourbillon encased in sapphire crystal. The BR-X1 Military is not as fascinating but still sports the same cal. 313 self-winding chronograph movement, and the characteristics described above, except that the case is now fashioned from High Resistance Titanium (HRT) which has matte surface and is more resistant to scratches than titanium.
Timing scales and tachymeter can be found with a khaki color while the rest feature more of an olive accent. Added with the black ceramic and rubber really brings this watch together nicely. It has a tasteful aesthetic to it that has strong military and army feels to it.
The BR-X1 Military is a little too precious for the woods, but we love SUVs anyway. Available in a limited edition of 250 pieces, retailing at CHF 22,330.
