The case, in stainless steel with a striking, gunmetal-gray PVD finish, contributes to the watch’s vintage look, as does the distressed-look calfskin leather strap. In another aesthetic and functional nod to the WW II-era watches that inspired this model, its case is equipped with moveable strap fasteners that adjust to the wrist for a comfortable fit. Also designed to enhance wearing comfort is the big crown, which is positioned at 9 o’clock, rather than the traditional 3 o’clock.
Bell & Ross has outfitted this vintage military-style watch with a modern, automatic regulator movement by Dubois-Dépraz. The sapphire crystal has a non-reflective coating and the numerals, hands and indices are coated with a sand-colored luminous substance. The case is water-resistant to 50 meters. A retail price of $6,600 will snare you this ticking tribute to the aerial navigation tools of the 1930s and ’40s.
Great looking watch, but way overpriced at $6600. Far too many other options at this price point. My guess is that discounters will offer 30% off, and even at that it’s a little high. I know it’s subjective, but they should have priced it around $3500.
1) – WAY too big……2) Geez, hate to ask a stupid question but how does one tell the TIME? I have to WORK at it?? I think I figured it out but WHY would I HAVE to figure it out?
thanks,
Mike Deane in CHI
ps….I’m a simpleton I guess but give me a simple to read watch at a reasonable size for my slightly skinny wrist….
Great looking watch, but way overpriced at $6600. Far too many other options at this price point. My guess is that discounters will offer 30% off, and even at that it’s a little high. I know it’s subjective, but they should have priced it around $3500.
1) – WAY too big……2) Geez, hate to ask a stupid question but how does one tell the TIME? I have to WORK at it?? I think I figured it out but WHY would I HAVE to figure it out?
thanks,
Mike Deane in CHI
ps….I’m a simpleton I guess but give me a simple to read watch at a reasonable size for my slightly skinny wrist….
Haha very true! Tough to read the time and it’s called an aviatoon watch?
i have a nice Ralftech Explorer that i am trying to sell. Have any ideas of how ?