Bell & Ross is a brand renowned for drawing inspiration from the realms of aviation, with many of its watches taking direct influence from important in-flight instruments utilized by pilots. The BR 05 series? while undoubtedly geared towards the modern city-dwelling resident? also touches this well of inspiration, merging it with sporty-chic ?urban? aestheticism.

In the BR 05 GMT Sky Blue, this meeting of influences is more fully on display, with the infinite skies of flight and travel functionality marrying seamlessly to the styles of the modern city, in turn paying homage to the azure expanse above and the world beneath our feet. The new watch, unveiled at the start of last summer, will be Bell & Ross? highlight at WatchTime New York 2023 taking place October 20th to 22nd at Manhattan’s Gotham Hall, with details and tickets available, here.
The BR 05 GMT Sky Blue embodies duality: catering to both globetrotters and city dwellers, making use of the brand?s “round within the square” design, and balancing sport with refinement. Crafted with precision, the 41mm brushed and polished steel case exudes a style both elevated and durability that showcases this duality on the wrist, with its four bezel screws and integrated H-link steel bracelet adding to the style. On tis side, two subtle guards protect its screw-down crown, with its water-tight seal helping the timepiece maintain an action-ready 100m water resistance.

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