Review: Bell & Ross BR 05
When Bell & Ross announced the BR 05, those of us who had been to BaselWorld 2019 were eagerly awaiting the public?s response. I remember mine when I first saw the teaser reel that was played at the meeting, a reel we had to swear a blood oath (not really) we would not discuss afterward. I thought ?wow, they really went for it.? ?It? being a clear, unapologetic design inspired by Genta and his iconic luxury sports watches. Icons so exalted in status that to approach their forms with your own design is to dance with fate. Icarus comes to mind. So, on the launch, I was curious to see if they would have a success or a disaster on their hands.
On the wrist, the BR 05 really comes together
The reaction was – both. Royal Oak and Nautilus diehards and snobs were opposed, decrying it as a mere homage. Those whose pockets or AD relationships don?t run deep enough to get said watches, however, saw it as an opportunity to enjoy a coveted aesthetic, still from a brand they know, trust and respect. And more still just didn?t really care either way. The end result" Well, nothing really. It blew over, and now Bell & Ross is the proud manufacturer of a line of steel luxury sports watches with integrated bracelets that can be bought at your local big watch shop. A line of watches, that to be frank, seems to fit in very well with their existing lines of watches as well as their position in the market. And in fairness to Bell & Ross, while this model is new, and th...
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