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May 29, 2019
A pilot's watch inspired by the classic "MA-1" flight jacket | Bell & Ross
Bell & Ross
Expressing the world of aviation in khaki and orange.
The "BR 03-92 MA-1," limited to 999 pieces worldwide.
Bell & Ross has released the "BR 03-92 MA-1," a new model inspired by the "MA-1" flight jacket, a groundbreaking piece of equipment for U.S. Air Force pilots and an enduring fashion icon. This model will be available in a limited edition of 999 pieces worldwide.
Text by OZAKI Sayaka
A Timepiece Celebrating the Military Style Icon, the "MA-1"
Bell & Ross watches have always drawn inspiration from the mission-critical styles of professionals, from elite police units to naval aviation, serving both civilian and military purposes. In 2019, Bell & Ross unveiled the "BR 03-92 MA-1," inspired by the flight jacket "MA-1," a pivotal piece of equipment for U.S. Air Force pilots.
This new creation inherits the sleek form of Bell & Ross's signature pilot watches while paying homage to the 1958 MA-1, widely recognized as a fashion icon.
Originally a crucial item for the Air Force, the flight jacket evolved in response to the rise of jet aircraft in the 1950s. To protect pilots from the dropping temperatures in high-altitude cockpits, the MA-1, made of colored nylon, replaced the older, looser leather jackets with fleece lining.
The MA-1 is a reversible item: its dark khaki exterior provides camouflage in extreme conditions, while in emergencies, it can be turned inside out to reveal a bright orange lining, serving as a highly useful tool for signaling for rescue.
Mirroring its design, the watch features a dark khaki ceramic case offering both lightness and high scratch resistance. The dial employs a sandwich structure, revealing the orange luminous paint beneath through cut-outs. The strap is crafted from reversible khaki/orange calfskin, creating an item that embodies military know-how.

BR 03-92 MA-1
Movement | Automatic (Calibre BR-CAL.302)
Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Case Material | Ceramic
Case Diameter | 42mm
Strap Material | Khaki leather and black heavy-duty synthetic fabric
Water Resistance | 10 bar
Price | ¥500,000 (preliminary, excluding tax)
Limited Edition | 999 pieces worldwide



