Bell & Ross BR-03 Space Mission Lands With Mars Dial
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Bell & Ross has announced the BR-03 Space Mission, a new limited edition that Monochrome reports follows the BR-03 Astro from 2025. According to Monochrome, the watch is priced at EUR 4,990, is limited to 999 pieces, carries the reference BR03A-SPM-CE/SRB, and Bell & Ross lists bellross.com for more information.
A Celestial Display
According to Deployant, the dial backdrop is deep black aventurine glass that acts as a night sky. Monochrome describes the plate as black aventurine dotted with tiny stars, with a small red dot marking Mars. The hour indication uses a transparent rotating disc with printed Earth and Moon; the Moon marks the hours, according to Deployant. For the minutes, Monochrome states that a spacecraft travels around the dial. Deployant identifies that spacecraft as a spaceplane, which serves as the minutes hand. The spacecraft is inspired by Vortex, a reusable spacecraft concept developed by Dassault Aviation, according to Monochrome. Deployant adds that Vortex is a trademark owned by Dassault Aviation and that its full name is Véhicule Orbital Réutilisable de Transport et d’Exploration.
A watch-themed game is available at Watchdle. The space theme also connects to broader horological history, including the first watch in space.
Case and Strap Details
Monochrome reports a 41mm case diameter, a 10.6mm thickness, micro-blasted black ceramic construction, and a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. The straps are black rubber and ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric, according to Monochrome. Deployant describes the buckle as a steel pin buckle with a matte black PVD micro-blasted finish.
FAQ
What movement powers the BR-03 Space Mission?
The watch uses an automatic BR-CAL.325 movement based on the Sellita SW330, according to Monochrome. It runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz) and has a 54-hour power reserve.
What are its water resistance and functions?
Monochrome lists water resistance at 100m, and the functions are hours and minutes.
