BR 03-96 Grande Date
€2,990172
42 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Bell & Ross BR 03-96 Grande Date is perfect for those who appreciate aviation-inspired design and functionality. Its square case and legible dial make it a striking choice, while the automatic movement adds a nice touch of luxury. With solid water resistance and elegant styling, it's a great investment for any watch enthusiast.
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Montre d’aviation à usage professionnel, la BR03 est – avec ses 42 mm de diamètre – une déclinaison de la BR 01 de 46 mm, lemodèle iconique de Bell & Ross inspiré des instruments aéronautiques. Complémentaire par sa taille, la BR 03 l’est aussi dans safonctionnalité. D’une allure à la fois sportive et élégante, cette version aux lignes sportives et élégantes est équipée d’une grandedate très lisible, située à trois heures, qui fait subtilement référence aux compteurs altimétriques des cockpits d’avion.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- BR0396-SI-ST-S
- Released
- 1994
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Case shape
- Square
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applique
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- calfskin leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Big Date
- Fit
- Men's
The maker
Bell & Ross
The brand embodies the motto 'From the cockpit to the wrist', emphasizing functionality and distinctiveness in its watch designs inspired by aeronautical instruments. Bell & Ross is committed to high-quality Swiss craftsmanship, producing watches built for precision, legibility, and robustness.
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