An expression of performance and modernity

The next-generation Bell & Ross BR-X3 propels the iconic square-cased BR-03 into a new, high-performance dimension. Once inspired by the world of aviation, this classic square-cased instrument watch has undergone a dramatic metamorphosis, thanks to its aggressive skeletonization and new micro-rotor movement, expressing a firm conviction that fine watchmaking should not be limited to just complications. 

The movement on the BR-X3 Micro-Rotor is semi-skeletonised, but here the skeletonisation is not merely a removal of material: it follows a deliberate structure, a composition. Vertical and horizontal bridges form a metal grid with a highly precise, geometric design. This watch follows in that tradition: graphic and architectural. Telling the time is kept to the essentials: Two photo-luminescent hands indicate the hours and minutes, blending into the dial’s grid pattern.

The BR-X3 Micro-Rotor features the brand’s iconic square and its four signature screws. Here, the square goes beyond visual identity: it becomes structural. The case and movement are one. The case middle directly supports the bridges of the movement, creating a radical construction based on three parts: a central steel plate forming the movement-case middle assembly, sandwiched between two sapphire crystals – one on top and another below.

Specifications

• Movement: Proprietary automatic mechanical movement. Rhodium-plated, satin-finished and polished, and micro-blasted finish. 48-hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes
• Case: 40 mm wide. 9 mm thick. Satin-finished and polished stainless steel. Customized polished and satin-finished bridges
• Dial: Skeletonised, rhodium-plated, micro-blasted and polished hour and minute hands filled with white Super-LumiNova® X1 BGW9 (blue glow)
• Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating
• Water-resistance: 50 meters
• Strap: Grey-colored calfskin with faux alligator look
• Buckle: Satin-finished and polished steel folding buckle
• Limited Edition: 99 pieces