The BR 03 Military Ceramic from Bell & Ross celebrates the art of military camouflage. “Constructed entirely from an olive drab, camouflage ceramic, the watch’s military character and stealthy spirit make it seem as if we are the ones behind the controls – just like a real fighter pilot.”
In the same spirit as the creation of the infamous Phantom Instrument where the entire watch was black, the Gold Ingot takes one color to the extreme. Every part of the 46mm watch-case and dial are crafted out of solid 18 karat rose gold and impeccably finished with satin and glossy finishes, and a hobnail pattern for the dial. The black, semi-glossy alligator strap finishes off the intense elegance of the Gold Ingot.
Bell & Ross presents its new timekeeping creation based on its two famous models - the BR01 Airborne watch and BR01 Tourbillon. The new timepiece is named the Bell & Ross BR01 Tourbillon Airborne. It is a perfect timekeeping companion for those who dare to be different and appreciate originally designed items. The watch demonstrates a deathly looking dial shaped as a skull. Just in time for Halloween.
The new Bell & Ross watch also stands out due to its regulator-style time display for hours, minutes, seconds - all indicated by a separate hand on a separate display. The hand in the center looks like a sword. The tourbillon cage actually serves as the seconds hand. The timepiece also offers a power reserve display, and a torque indicator to keep you away from overwinding the Swiss manual-wind movement.
The Bell & Ross BR01 Tourbillon Airborne watch is all performed in black. Its case is rendered in titanium and measures 46mm in diameter. Its surface is provided with diamond like carbon (DLC) coating. It guarantees 100-meter water-resistance. Sapphire crystals protect its eye-catching dial and the case-back displaying the movement plate.
One more distinctive touch – the Bell & Ross Tourbillon Airborne watch is presented on a black stingray strap.
The watch will be limited to just 20 pieces at the amazing price of 150,000 US dollars.
Bell & Ross has designed the VINTAGE COLLECTION as an homage to the aviators of the 1940’s, who were the first professionals to use the wristwatch as a tool on their missions. The brightly polished, luxurious contours of the new VINTAGE OFFICER watches give these professional instruments an elegant appearance. Their impeccable finish is a reminder that attention is paid to every detail when producing exceptional watches.
A VINTAGE watch
The watches in the Bell & Ross VINTAGE COLLECTION share the same characteristics, particularly their inspiration, shape and movement:
• The traditional shape of the round case is reminiscent of period wristwatches while its ergonomic design is compatible with the comfort expected by modern wearers.
• The domed crystal recalls the crystals of the 1940’s. Unlike the original, however, it is produced using extremely strong sapphire as a result of improved production techniques.
• The refined dial graphics optimize readability, taking their inspiration from cockpit instruments.
• A choice of two quality Swiss movements: an hours, minutes and seconds version (BR 123) and a chronograph version (BR 126).
The OFFICER line, elegant finishes
The new VINTAGE OFFICER watches are functional models whose elegance is derived as much from its simple shape as from its quality finish and materials.
• The polished steel case gives this sophisticated watch a stylish sheen, accentuating its shape with panache.
• Two dials with traditional finishes:
SILVER: faithful to period watches, the silver sunburst dial subtly produces opalescent reflections. The watch’s hands, numerals and index are a singularly elegant tone-on-tone steel.
BLACK: for perfect readability, the steel hands and index on this model contrast with the black dial, reflecting the principles of readability found in professional instrument panel components. This elegantly subdued watch with its refined sunburst dial is timelessly chic.
The final touch – the watch’s alligator strap serves to enhance the cachet of this top-of-the-line model.
Refined style
A new creation in the VINTAGE COLLECTION, the VINTAGE OFFICER watches are distinguished by their unpretentious luxury. True to their vintage spirit, they can nonetheless be clearly identified as Bell & Ross watches.
VINTAGE OFFICER BLACK
Technical Characteristics
Movement: Mechanical automatic ETA 2895 (123) and 2894 (126)
Functions
BR 123: Hours, minutes and small seconds. Date
BR 126: Hours, minutes and seconds. Date. Two-counter chronograph (60-second and 30-minute)
Case: Diameter 41 mm. Polished finish stainless steel
Dial: Black. Numerals, index and hands covered in photoluminescent coating. Numerals and index have polished appliqués
Crystal: Anti-reflection ultra-domed sapphire
Water-resistance: 100 meters
Strap: Black alligator
Buckle: Folding. Polished finish steel
VINTAGE OFFICER SILVER
Technical Characteristic
Movement: Mechanical automatic ETA 2895 (123) and 2894 (126)
Functions
BR 123: Hours, minutes and small seconds. Date
BR 126: Hours, minutes and seconds. Date. Two-counter chronograph (60-second and 30-minute)
Case: Diameter 41 mm. Polished finish stainless steel
Dial: Silver. Numerals, index and hands covered in photoluminescent coating. Numerals and index have polished appliqués
Crystal: Anti-reflection ultra-domed sapphire
Water-resistance: 100 meters
Strap: Grey alligator
Buckle: Folding. Polished finish steel
Prestigious design magazine Wallpaper chose Bell & Ross to realize a unique watch for their HandMade issue.
Hand Made Watch by Jonathan Ellery and Bell & Ross
The choice has been made thanks to the creativity of the brand and the iconic status of Bell & Ross watches. Handpicked to work together, Bell&Ross are delighted to have collaborated with Jonathan Ellery in creating a one off unique watch. The artwork for this timepiece is based on Bell & Ross BR01-92 Radar watch, in which three concentric circles rotate to indicate hours, minutes and seconds. This take is a conceptual piece, and telling the time by it requires mastering its rotational rhythms; the explosive motif comes together only twice in 24 hours as the circles rotate.
Wallpaper* Handmade – August 2010
For its most ambitious issue to date, Wallpaper* has brought together and briefed some of the world’s leading designers, craftsmen and manufacturers to produce unique furniture, fittings, foodstuffs, fashion and more. The August Handmade issue is dedicated to this astonishing collection of one-off designs and delicacies, chronicling their production and presentation at this year’s Salone del Mobile.
Jonathan Ellery
Ellery is founder of Browns, a graphic design studio with clients such as Channel 4 and Dries Van Noten.
Bell & Ross
Founded in 1992 by Bruno Belamich and Carlos A Rosillo, Bell & Ross watches are known for their functionality, reliability, legibility and precision. And while this makes them popular with bomb disposal specialists, submariners, pilots and the like, the iconic aircraft-dial styling has won the brand a devoted following among the design conscious. http://www.bellross.com/
The replica Bell & Ross BR01-92 Skeleton watches come from progiftstore.com. The distinctive a striking 46mm square case is crafted from high quality 316L stainless steel or with PVD coating. You can see the exposed automatic rotor through the skeleton dial, four Arabic numerals stand like giants at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, and index markers, skeleton hour and minute hands, the markers and hand is available in an array of colors including yellow, blue, orange, grey and white. The watch fitted with a black rubber strap. It is powered by a automatic movement.
The New Bell & Ross watch with two concentric discs, this watch displays the time via rotating dials. Limited to 500 pieces. Available from October 2010.
