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Old 28 December 2007, 10:12 AM   #1
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Bell and Ross choice; your help.

It looks as though I may--emphasize may--be getting a late Christmas prezzie in the form of a choice of a Bell and Ross watch.

I've been trying to read up on them, not much on the 'net beyond sales offers. Wiki has some info, as do the usual wristwatch guide annuals and the vague "I heard there were problems, no they're great..." unsubstantiated stuff.

If I get to chose, I rather like the BR-02, not too big and wonky. The Type Demineur and the Aviator style are also cool, as is the vintage chronograph with the two sub-dials.

Any real world experience or knowledge of the brand? Any views as to choice of models? Always value an opinion.

An no, I cannot parlay the gift into a Rolex or other brand, before you ask............

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Old 28 December 2007, 10:28 AM   #2
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I just got a Hydromax two weeks ago. So far so good. The Type Marine and Type Dimeneur are the same case size as the Hydromax, only with a solid case back (Hydro has this expanding rubber diaphram thingy). I like the hands on the Type D.

I have a friend with the Type D and he loves it. I got the Hydro because that's what my local AD had, and I tried it on and it fit well and comes with a nifty Pelican case and extra bands and tools.

The Vintage 123 is great looking also.
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Old 28 December 2007, 04:58 PM   #3
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Ben, a member on the main forum that I frequent, has a bell and ross instrument and he LOVES it.
He posted a rather nice review of it.
Here are some pics taken by him.








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You can read his review HERE.
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Old 28 December 2007, 08:59 PM   #4
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Thanks for the posts lads, Chip, thanks also for including the review.

That stainless instrument piece on the weathered-looking brown leather band is outstanding!

I wonder how rugged this line is. Certainly good for me and my ageing eyes.......

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Old 28 December 2007, 09:48 PM   #5
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Great lume
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Old 28 December 2007, 10:31 PM   #6
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Deleted. Sorry, I posted at wrong thread because of the loss on connection (internet).

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Old 28 December 2007, 10:58 PM   #7
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I just got a Hydromax two weeks ago. So far so good. The Type Marine and Type Dimeneur are the same case size as the Hydromax, only with a solid case back (Hydro has this expanding rubber diaphram thingy). I like the hands on the Type D.

I have a friend with the Type D and he loves it. I got the Hydro because that's what my local AD had, and I tried it on and it fit well and comes with a nifty Pelican case and extra bands and tools.

The Vintage 123 is great looking also.
How's the fit and finish for the $$?

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Old 28 December 2007, 11:27 PM   #8
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I am very interested in the BR-01 it is possibly the only watch I like with a white dial.

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Old 29 December 2007, 12:00 AM   #9
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Ben, a member on the main forum that I frequent, has a bell and ross instrument and he LOVES it.
He posted a rather nice review of it.
Here are some pics taken by him.








(all photos, credit Ben)

You can read his review HERE.

Chip,
Love that B&R! A chrono version would even be better.
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Old 29 December 2007, 12:59 AM   #10
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Here you go Dan. From the Alan Furman site............

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Old 29 December 2007, 01:09 AM   #11
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Here you go Dan. From the Alan Furman site............

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Chrono AND a carbon dial? That's really nice.
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Old 29 December 2007, 01:44 AM   #12
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'Each to there own' for me on this one !! Not so keen, but hey that's why the world is a great place
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Old 29 December 2007, 03:00 AM   #13
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I love the look of the B&Rs. Beautimous!

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Old 29 December 2007, 03:17 AM   #14
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I have never cared for square watches, but I am drawn like a magnet to the Instrument line.
There is that no nonsense tool look to them, that I just dig.
So far I haven't been able to find anything bad about the Instrument line. That's not a bad thing.
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Old 29 December 2007, 11:57 AM   #15
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I agree with your initial thoughts - BR-02 all the way. Heck of a watch.

http://www.thewatchquote.com/Bell-Ro...mm-No_6167.htm
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