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Author:  Otto [ Wed Jun 02, 2010 10:19 pm ]
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I'm so happy to have my BR02 back from being fixed that I thought I'd post a pic. I missed it.

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Author:  the_whizzler [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 12:40 am ]
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I've been looking at the BR02 range a lot recently. I love the SS versions but I'm especially keen on the blue and orange versions to bring a bit of colour/fun to my collection, which is generally a bit dressy at the moment. I really like the black date wheel with white writing. The B&R brand really appeals to me as a professional watch, I quite like "the 4 design principles" they have. Maybe i'm just a sucker for marketing :lol: Can you throw this watch around a bit? i'm not looking for a "beater" as such, but somewhere down at road. I'm just a bit hesitant with the "vacuum carbon" finish, anyone know anything about this process?

also, any chance of a wrist shot? :poke: :D
Author:  Otto [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 3:03 am ]
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No problem :)

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I think it would be a great watch for what you are describing, but personally I'd steer clear of the black versions. I had a PVD BR01 a while ago and, while the finish was reasonably tough, it was possible to damage it. Mine had a large nick where I whacked it on a railing. I'm sticking to SS now.
Author:  roman4405 [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 5:15 am ]
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I've never seen one of those before, but that's a badass watch. Kinda like a PAM but a but more lively, if that makes sense. If you don't mind me asking, what's the MSRP on one of those?
Author:  GZGym1 [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:30 am ]
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4 design principles? Please fill me in....
Author:  the_whizzler [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 9:16 am ]
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Thanks for the wrist shot Otto, I'm defo a fan. I think you just caused some damage to my wallet though! :lol:

4 Design Princples

Water-resistance - B&R watches ensure optimal water-resistance.
Precision - B&R chronographs possess highly accurate swiss mechanical movements.
Readability - B&R watches reproduce the clear visual indicators found on airplane control instruments.
Performance - B&R watches possess special functions intended for specific uses.
Author:  GZGym1 [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 9:54 am ]
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the_whizzler wrote:
Thanks for the wrist shot Otto, I'm defo a fan. I think you just caused some damage to my wallet though! :lol:

4 Design Princples

Water-resistance - B&R watches ensure optimal water-resistance.
Precision - B&R chronographs possess highly accurate swiss mechanical movements.
Readability - B&R watches reproduce the clear visual indicators found on airplane control instruments.
Performance - B&R watches possess special functions intended for specific uses.


Very nice. Thank you! I as well love marketing!
Author:  mfserge [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 10:07 am ]
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Now that's an interesting looking watch.... I find myself starting at it because it's so different and unlike anything i've ever seen... I like it a lot.
Author:  Otto [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 3:48 pm ]
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Thanks for the comments. This is one of my favourite pieces, and it's getting a lot of wrist time at the moment.

roman4405 wrote:
If you don't mind me asking, what's the MSRP on one of those?


That's the drawback - MSRP on these is too high, if you ask me: USD 4000 for SS (I think) and 4500 for the PVD finish. I wouldn't have paid that, but fortunately I got a good deal.
Author:  Tim S [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 5:32 pm ]
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That really is a nice looking watch Otto! Until now I haven't really been taken with B&R but you may have changed my mind with your picture. I read a good article about the company in Watch Time and since then have come to appreciate their styling and functionality. Superb watch that looks great on your wrist. I'll have to try one now :D
Author:  Kodiak [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 6:17 pm ]
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I really like the dial, hands, and internal rotating bezel - all good designs.
The case is different looking. I haven't handled one in person. Do you know how thick the case is? I'll be at the B&R AD next week for an 'event', will have to take a look at the BR02's. I like the readabilty and lume of my 03-92.
Author:  jadanf [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:45 pm ]
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My BR03 Phantom comes in the mail tomorrow. I will post pics. Kodiak, I did you post a picture of your military?

I personally have been continually impressed with Bell&Ross and will keep buying em.
Author:  Otto [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 9:15 pm ]
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Kodiak wrote:
I really like the dial, hands, and internal rotating bezel - all good designs.
The case is different looking. I haven't handled one in person. Do you know how thick the case is? I'll be at the B&R AD next week for an 'event', will have to take a look at the BR02's. I like the readabilty and lume of my 03-92.

It's 16.5mm thick, so quite a lot thicker than the BR01 and BR03 (which I think are 10 or 11mm).

I used to have a BR01 - this one wears quite differently. Not only is it thicker, but it feels like it curves around the wrist a bit more, instead of sitting flat. The case has a more curved look in profile, and the crystal is very slightly domed.

Anyhow, check them out - a BR02 would complement your military 03 nicely. :D
Author:  Otto [ Thu Jun 03, 2010 11:18 pm ]
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Tim S wrote:
I'll have to try one now :D

Come to the dark side, Tim. :twisted: :lol:
Author:  Jay [ Fri Jun 04, 2010 2:16 am ]
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Looking good mate. Sounds like you're very pleased.
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