In addition to new retro chronograph within its new BR05 collection , Bell & Ross also recently expanded the raw sportiness of its longtime Vintage collection with the BR V3-94 Black Steel , a blackdialed , steel cased chronograph measuring 43mm in diameter , which is a two-millimeters boost in case diameter for the popular Vintage series ’ Black Steel edition .
While the case size matches that of Vintage V3-94 models within the existing Bell & Ross Renault series , here the watch boasts a steel bezel set with a cleaner black aluminum 60-minute scale and without the Renault-yellow flange and accents .
The new case ’ s solid strap / bracelet attachment offers buyers a new option with its subtle cushion shape , marginally bolder than the classically round case of the 41mm Vintage BR V2-94 Black Steel .
Of course , with more room on the dial , Bell & Ross moves from the smaller model ’ s two-register chronograph dial to a more contemporary three-subdial chronograph . Inside you ’ ll still find the watchmaker ’ s Caliber BR-CAL . 301 , an enhanced ETA-based chronograph movement , which Bell & Ross makes visible through a sapphire caseback . White numerals and indexes contrast nicely with the black dial .
Bell & Ross will offer the new BR V3-94 with a polished and satin-finished steel bracelet ($ 4,600 ) or with a black leather strap ($ 4,300 ).
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