I recently found myself thinking that my focus predominantly falls on minimalist dress watches. Maybe because I’m an old-fashioned person with a special passion for classic style. So, I decided to look for a sporty watch, as my collection is all of the formal samples.
My attention fell on a Bell & Ross replica timepiece. It somehow caught me through its vivid and expressive design which is not common for other replica watches. So, I took a closer look considering not only the outside aspect but the inner structure as well. It is about the BR03-94 R.S.19, which I found in the AAAReplica store. Here is what I spotted about it, maybe you will need this information if you plan to add a Bell & ross imitation to your portfolio.
Replica watch general specifications
Honestly, the first thing that grabbed my attention in this watch is the unusual rubber strap and the specific case design. As far as I know, many people avoid square cases as they don’t find them comfortable. But, I think that the square case is the main attractive “compound” of the whole “composition”, as it conveys a specific military vibe. In fact, this model belongs to the Instruments series and it’s a limited edition, as I found out.
The square case is a pretty generous one, featuring a 42*42 perimeter. I really don’t know why people think this type of case is uncomfortable. I put it on the wrist and I feel no discomfort at all. Maybe because in contrast to its size, the watch is pretty thin (14mm) and this compensates for the “heaviness” associated with its large case.
Dial specifications
I really think that the black dial of the watch is one of its main advantages. All the colors present on it look expressive and bright on the black background. In addition, the black texture of the dial reminds me of a sort of carbon fiber material, though I’m not sure that it’s real carbon fiber.
The dial chromatics is rich, featuring an interplay of yellow, green, white, and red elements. Let me tell you that I don’t find this color amalgam affecting the watch’s face readability.
Being a chronometer watch, the dial consists of two sub-dials. The one refers to the small seconds, while the second to the 30-minute Chrono counter. Both of them continue the square pattern of the watch and come in square shapes with rounded corners.
The dial comes with expressive Arabic hour numerals that look bright in the dark due to the Superluminova coating. I must say there must be a double coating, as the brightness looks really powerful.
Finally, the watch face is framed with a round bezel with fluted margins. Great work for the bezel, by the way. All the teeth are identical and look flawless.
Rubber strap specifications
I found the strap highly comfortable for me. This is because many watches with rubber straps are uniform and don’t allow the skin under them to breathe. In contrast, this one has plenty of holes in it, providing good air circulation. In addition, the design is pretty unique, as I didn’t see similar straps with other replicas.
From the design point of view, the replica manufacturers have done a great job. The band texture couples greatly with the carbon-like watch dial, forming a unison combination.
Inside movement
I was curious to know what movement runs the replica watch. I was intuiting it was an Asian but didn’t know exactly which one. The manufacturers told me it was a 7750 type. So, nothing new here, as most replica chronograph watches run on this type of movement. In the same context, it is among the most cost-effective movements, making the whole replica watch pretty affordable.
Suggestions to wear the Bell & Ross rubber strap replica watch correctly
I thought it would be opportune to mention that wearing a rubber strap watch feels different than a traditional bracelet watch. This piece of information is especially important for watch enthusiasts that are used to bracelets and have a rubber version for the first time.
Initially, you might think that something is wrong with your watch. But it’s not. Actually, the different feeling results from the fact that the rubber is lighter than the traditional bracelet and the heaviness of the watch disperses in a different way.
Also, you will probably need to adjust the rubber strap to be tighter than the bracelet. Bracelets feel looser. And if you wear the rubber strap as loose as the metal bracelet, the case will tend to roll to the inferior side of the wrist.
Therefore, you need to adjust your rubber band so that you leave a little room to move so that your wrist “breathes”. If the watch leaves an imprint on your skin when you take it off, that means that it is too tight on your wrist.