The Gentleman Magazine Issue 16 | August 2019 | Page 14

LAUNCH OF AN EXCLUSIVE
BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE
The ocean is a world whose waters are shrouded in mystery.
Humans have set out to explore the depths seeking to unveil
their secrets. By offering them professional diving watches with
unparalleled performance, Bell & Ross is taking part in this
quest for discovery.
An inspirited military version
With this new addition to the Diver collection, Bell & Ross
pursues its aspiration by evoking the historical roots of
underwater exploration. This nod to the origins of these
adventures can be seen on the case-back, which bears the
engraving of a 1940s diver.
Working to the motto that simplicity never need hinder
luxury, Bell & Ross’ engineers have managed to capture the
spirit of the military watch with the legacy from the past. In
total compliance with military and diving requirements, the
monochromatic olive dial is perfectly readable night and day
thanks to its gold-plated appliqué indices with Superluminova®
inserts.
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Its case and bezel are made from bronze, a material that is
deeply linked to diving history, that was used in the past for
deep-sea helmets and naval construction, in fitting parts and
propellers. Although inalterable, bronze forms a patina over
time depending on its environment and gaining a unique
shade over the years. As time passes, the metal provides its
wearer with beautiful tones of reddish brown or greyish green,
giving it a robust and distinctive touch, and making it unique.
Bronze is the first alloy developed by mankind around 7,000
years ago. The specific alloy used for this new 42 mm timepiece
is a satin-polished CuSn8, made of 92% copper and 8% tin. The
khaki leather strap confirms the watch’s genuine vintage spirit
but can be replaced with a rubber strap to be used while diving.
This limited edition distinguishes itself from the others through
its dial. Bell & Ross introduces an appealing combination
that makes two worlds meet for the first time. The alliance of
Bronze –the diving industry’s metal of choice– and olive green
–mirroring the color of the military camouflage uniform–
works beautifully together, giving it a neo-retro and rugged
look.
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