A limited edition styled with military colors on a bronze case | Bell & Ross
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July 16, 2019

A limited edition styled with military colors on a bronze case | Bell & Ross

Bell & Ross

BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE: A Limited Edition Styled with Military Colors on a Bronze Case

Bell & Ross has expanded its diver’s collection with the new “BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE.” The case is crafted from bronze, a material historically used for diving equipment due to its excellent corrosion resistance. This model, a limited edition of 999 pieces worldwide, inherits the heritage of marine exploration while expressing a military aesthetic with its olive dial.

Text by OZAKI Sayaka

Bronze and Khaki: A Neo-Retro Design

The new Bell & Ross “BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE” evokes the historical roots of marine exploration while simultaneously embodying a military style through its olive color. Adhering to the clear motto that simplicity does not hinder a luxurious style, Bell & Ross engineers have created this model by drawing inspiration from the spirit of military watches that carry on heritage, while respecting the standards required for both military and diving applications. The monochromatic, muted olive dial, along with the gold-plated applied indices coated with Super-LumiNova®, ensures perfect legibility day and night.

The case and bezel are made of bronze, a material deeply connected to the history of diving, having been used in historical diving helmets and in components of warships such as anchors and propellers. Bronze does not degrade but develops a patina over time, transforming into beautiful shades of reddish-brown or grayish-green. While bronze was one of the first alloys created by humankind approximately 7,000 years ago, this watch utilizes bronze CuSn8 (92% copper, 8% tin) with satin and polished finishes.
The strap is made of gray-green leather, lending the watch a vintage appearance. For diving use, it can be replaced with the included rubber strap. This limited edition’s dial stands apart from existing collections, achieving a beautiful harmony and a neo-retro design through the combination of metallic bronze, favored in diving, and khaki, reminiscent of military camouflage.
Ref. | BR 0392-D-G-BR/SCA
Movement | Automatic (Caliber BR-CAL.302)
Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Case Material | Bronze CUSN8
Case Diameter | 42mm
Strap Material | Gray-green leather (rubber strap included)
Water Resistance | 30 bar
Price | ¥520,000 (excluding tax)
Limited Edition | 999 pieces worldwide
Inquiries

Bell & Ross Japan
Tel. 03-5977-7759
http://www.bellross.com

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