Watch Forums - Revolution Online - Wrist Shots a members gallery http://revo-online.com/forums/main/list.php?36 Sat, 25 May 2013 18:24:50 -0500 Phorum 5.2.13 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1009302,1009302#msg-1009302 A few B&R wrist shots from Baselworld 2013. (no replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1009302,1009302#msg-1009302 The new Baselworld 2013 B&R watches, “on the wrist”

So, we have all seen the official images on the Press releases etc, but there is nothing quite like a “wrist shot” in my opinion!

It is always great to actually get to handle these pieces, look at them closely for inspection and of course get to wear them!

FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS

BELL & ROSS AND AERONAUTICAL INSTRUMENTATION

The iconic BR 01 AVIATION collection is directly inspired by the instrumentation of aircraft cockpits, and addresses four fundamental requirements: legibility, functionality, precision and water-resistance.
Pushing its exploration of aeronautical navigation instruments further, Bell & Ross innovates year after year with completely new high-tech models —BR 01 COMPASS in 2010, and RADAR in 2011—, offering a completely new way of reading time, inspired by flight instrumentation.
In 2012, Bell & Ross introduced three new versions: BR 01 HORIZON, BR 01 ALTIMETER, and BR 01 TURN COORDINATOR. The result was a collection of exclusive watches with an innovative display and uncompromising legibility: an absolute priority for professionals and for every Bell & Ross watch.



…BR01 Heading Indicator



…BR01 Airspeed



…BR01 Climb

A NEW TRIO AND A REVISED INSTRUMENTATION PANEL

In 2013, Bell & Ross is enhancing the AVIATION collection with three new instruments directly inspired by the cockpit, – HEADING INDICATOR, AIRSPEED and CLIMB – and essential to flying and navigation.

• The gyrocompass, course indicator or heading indicator, is a vital instrument for flying, used during both manual flight and autopilot, which indicates the course the plane is on.
• The anemometer, or airspeed indicator, indicates speed. It measures an aircraft’s speed in relation to the air through which it is moving and allows the plane to be flown in a controlled way without visibility.
• The variometer or vertical speed indicator, indicates to the pilot at all times whether the plane is ascending, descending or in level flight. This instrument works using atmospheric pressure and is graduated in hundreds of feet per minute.


SPORT HERITAGE & FALCON

“Watch manufacturer Bell & Ross has designed collections of timepiece instruments that pay tribute to five key periods in aviation history and the technological breakthroughs that occurred from the 1900s to the pre- sent day.
Consistently upholding respect for: primarily, the military specifications from which Bell & Ross watches borrow their strict guidelines and high readability, functionality, precision and waterproof standards. Secondly, for the codes passed down from each period that are conscientiously updated to create modern timepieces that are modern, yet faithful to those that inspired them.

The VINTAGE collection’s new SPORT HERITAGE line of watches pays special homage to the 1960s, a period of intense creativity and numerous innovations.This period also saw the creation of Dassault’s famous Mystère- Falcon 20, the best business jet of its time.”



…The “Sport Heritage” Vintage 123 Automatic

I actually think this is the best of these new Vintage Sport watches, of course that is my opinion!



…The “Sport Heritage” Vintage 126 Chronograph

These wear beautifully especially the 123 with its sweeping seconds hand as opposed to the sub seconds dial which is normally at 6. It gives the watch that larger and sportier look.
I like the sand coloured Heritage livery as opposed to the Vintage Sport that was released last year.
Both are very comfortable on the “tropical” rubber straps that they come on, and the texture gives it a different feel also.

THE VINTAGE SPORT HERITAGE LINE

The Vintage line’s spirit recalls the 1960s era of civil aviation and the decade’s sports watches. its HERITAGE style embodies the period in its details:


• Sand-colored hands and numerals reproduce the aged look of period watches.
• The round, classically shaped, polished steel case features a bulging, anti-reflective sapphire crystal, adding modern technology to the crystal’s authentic shape

• A bezel marked with 60-minute graduations,and the contrast of time information on the dial, enhance readability.

Bell & Ross has created two complementary models: an automatic BR 123 version, with hours, minutes, seconds and date; and a BR 126 chronograph version.


TWO OUTSTANDING MANUFACTURERS JOIN FORCES

Dassault Aviation is another story about heritage. The excellence of the Falcon business jets is the result of the company’s groundbreaking technology in designing and manufacturing fighter jets. in the early 1960s, Dassault worked on the development of a small, twin-engine, 10-seat business jet, the Mystère 20. The jet made its maiden flight on the 4th of May 1963 and immediately became the commercial success known as the Falcon.
This was the first chapter in an amazing saga that continues to this day, with the Falcon 7X generation business jets and the delivery of Dassault’s 2,250th Falcon.

Bell & Ross, the benchmark in aeronautical watches, shares Dassault’s values of innovation, quality and reliability. it became only natural for both great companies to team up to celebrate the Falcon’s 50th anniversary and launch the Bell & Ross VINTAGE SPORT HERITAGE. To mark the celebrated jet’s 50th anniversary, Bell & Ross has created two limited edition timepieces: the VINTAGE FALCONS.



…The “Falcon” Vintage 123 Automatic



…The “Falcon” Vintage 126 Chronograph

These are lovely looking watches with the ‘Flecked’ brown dials (a work in progress) which highlights the sand coloured applied indices. The brown leather strap is also a great way of completing the brown colour of this watch. The “Falcon” screen printed logo on the dial at 6 looks great, printed in white and enforces the direct partnership and prestige of the Dassault Aviation company.

THE ANNIVERSARY SERIES: THE VINTAGE FALCON

The FALCON watch pays homage to its namesake’s 50th anniversary, featuring all the hallmarks of the VINTAGE SPORT HERITAGE line and stands out due to:


• The brown dial and brown leather wristband, which enhance its authentic vintage spirit
• The Falcon’s outline ,silk-screened on the dial at 6 o’clock

• The elegant «50ansduFalcon» logo on the back, which appears in its metallic form on a sapphire glass background.



…the collection.

PINK GOLD REGULATOR

Bell & Ross creates watches that are as precious as they are functional, reflecting its constant quest for excellence and the exceptional. Continuing from the Vintage WW1 Heure Sautante model introduced in 2012, Bell & Ross presents the WW1 Régulateur, a watch of extreme refinement that will delight connoisseurs of singular, neo-classical pieces. Featuring an original display with a sober and ultra-legible design, this model epitomizes the brand’s visual identity with high-quality watchmaking.



…Pink Gold “Regulator”

COMPLEXITY THAT PROMOTES LEGIBILITY

For this new model, Bell & Ross has chosen a display favouring precise and immediate reading of the minutes via the Swiss-made “regulator” movement.
This movement, which separates the indexes by ordering them into a hierarchy, has long been the most precise instrument in the his- tory of watchmaking.
It creates an original display in which each of the indexes – hours, minutes and seconds – have their independent display.

The Vintage WW1 Régulateur has a dominant central hand for the minutes, an hour counter at 12 o’clock and a small independent seconds hand at 6 o’clock, allowing rapid and precise reading of short time periods.

A PRECIOUS OBJECT WITH A SLEEK DESIGN

The Vintage WW1 Régulateur reflects a classical aesthetic. The combination of pure lines, high quality materials and slender strap make this watch the height of elegance.

• Its generous diameter (42mm), domed sapphire crystal, fasteners resembling wire handles soldered to the case, and its narrow alligator strap, are all reminiscent of the first wrist watches.
• The opaline silvered dial, the snailed counter and the extreme slenderness of the blue hands and indexes offer a unique refinement, the very embodiment of elegance.
• As a final touch, the pink gold brings nobility and sobriety to this timepiece. The «barleycorn» guilloched caseback, worked in the style of period watches, is decorated in precious metal, reflecting the watchmakers’ exquisite craftsmanship.



THE ULTIMATE ELEGANCE OF FUNCTIONALITY

The Vintage WW1 Régulateur embodies Bell & Ross’s expertise in watchmaking.
It brilliantly combines the complexity of the mechanical movement with the simplicity of the principle of separated indexes. The refined design of its high-quality polished pink gold case gives it a timeless elegance.
Offered in a limited edition of 99 pieces, it will appeal to collectors and connoisseurs of traditional watchmaking with modern tastes. Bell & Ross succeeds in its original mission of harnessing technology to promote legibility.



GOLDEN HERITAGE

The continuation of the 60’s styling and look has been carried on through the BR03 line in these two new pieces. Their steel case with the use of golden indices, gives it that smarter look and puts it amongst the smarter Vintage and BRS ranges.
The dial, with its flecked black/brown colour is a great which really allows the hands and indices to pop on the dial.
The introduction of a darker tan “Heritage” strap with its contrasting white stitch is very welcome too. A great introduction into the “Heritage” family.



…the dial is reminiscent of the WW2 Regulator with the fleck.





…The BR03-92 Auto



…The BR03-94 Chrono

Many thanks for looking, and I hope that this gives you a clearer view of the B&R watches that have been released, at this time.
]]> Simon C Wrist Shots Mon, 13 May 2013 05:48:51 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1009110,1009110#msg-1009110 A few of my daily wear (2 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1009110,1009110#msg-1009110
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Alpina Heritage Pilot.
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Thanks for looking.

Cheers,
Carl
]]> Carl Wrist Shots Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:36:42 -0600 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008418,1008418#msg-1008418 High altitude watch wristshot (2 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008418,1008418#msg-1008418 Took this picture last september, at Zebrù pass (3005 m.asl) while exploring the WW I trenches in the Konigspitze-Zufallspitze area, Eastern Alps.
The Konigspitze is the white mountain on the left, 3851 meters high.



Seems like the Oris is 2000m proof below sea level, and 3000+ above….

Ciao from Milano,
slide68

PS: if you want to see more about the WW I trenches in that area, you can have a look at my pictures here:
[www.guerriniphotographers.eu]
]]> slide1968 Wrist Shots Sun, 07 Oct 2012 11:55:25 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008249,1008249#msg-1008249 Back to basics (4 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008249,1008249#msg-1008249


]]> cjessing Wrist Shots Mon, 08 Oct 2012 17:29:45 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008178,1008178#msg-1008178 Hautlence HL 05 (3 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008178,1008178#msg-1008178 I just love that dial and that shape of the case.

GEO


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Thanks,
Ronald
]]> Ron66 Wrist Shots Sun, 09 Sep 2012 00:03:18 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008120,1008120#msg-1008120 New contract - different watch (1 reply) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008120,1008120#msg-1008120

]]> cjessing Wrist Shots Fri, 07 Sep 2012 12:05:15 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008116,1008116#msg-1008116 A bit of buckle fun..... (2 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008116,1008116#msg-1008116








...mixed it up on some OEM croc!
]]> Simon C Wrist Shots Wed, 05 Sep 2012 12:01:20 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008099,1008099#msg-1008099 Jean Richard - Year of the Dragon! (6 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008099,1008099#msg-1008099


I think this watch was made for the Chinese market - how so? Firstly, it has the Dragon motif on the dial, secondly, there is the Number 8 prominantly displayed on the MOP dial.

I like this simple timepiece - more importantly, my wife likes it too and it is very reasonably priced.

Have a good weekend ahead!
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]]> hpg1971 Wrist Shots Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:35:01 -0600 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008077,1008077#msg-1008077 Some Cartier Wrist Shots (1 reply) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008077,1008077#msg-1008077

Pasha 38MM Chrono


Double Wristing with the Ballon Bleu and Santos 100


Ballon Bleu


Love Bracelets


Large SS Santos


Santos 100


Panthere XL 2 Row Gold


XL Must de Cartier 21

]]> hpg1971 Wrist Shots Sun, 02 Sep 2012 09:27:15 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008052,1008052#msg-1008052 Hello...... (5 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1008052,1008052#msg-1008052 Simon C, Community Ambassador for Bell & Ross.


...a little Vintage 126 Original.
]]> Simon C Wrist Shots Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:09:36 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007973,1007973#msg-1007973 Getting ready to start work (3 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007973,1007973#msg-1007973
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]]> cjessing Wrist Shots Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:10:45 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007941,1007941#msg-1007941 Need some direction...wear this watch (6 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007941,1007941#msg-1007941
The concept is not new but I just love the way B&R does it. Very military, very nicely done and looks like the compass in the cockpit (except that it can't tell the direction :)).
The traditional hour and minute hands were replaced by the discs in opposite direction. Each disc weighs about 40x the weight of the normal watch hands.
Watch case is 46mm x 46mm, but does not look that big on my small wrist. The thickness is about 10mm or 11mm, which is rather thin compared to its width. I normally prefers a thicker casing but in this watch the thin casing works perfectly well to give that "flat cockpit" look.


Cheers!
]]> chuaks Wrist Shots Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:25:52 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007837,1007837#msg-1007837 Santos Dumont 1913 (4 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007837,1007837#msg-1007837 Actually my smallest watch, but to me it looks perfectly all right.
Don't feel that am wearing this.





Bracelet on my other wrist is from around 1990; links in the shape of the watch case.

GEO
]]> Geo Wrist Shots Tue, 07 Aug 2012 12:06:21 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007803,1007803#msg-1007803 Reedsco Pyramid - 1252pm (1 reply) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007803,1007803#msg-1007803
The watch comes in a Radiomir style case with a Chinese made Unitas type movement. Keeps good time and gets pretty good stares due to the very well made dial.

This watch dial was an experiment by Reed Tan (of Reedsco) and this was the first "complete" dial with the pyramids clearly visible and the colour contrast very rich.


My wrist shot.



I had the watch strap changes to one which is made out of baseball glove.



Back of the watch

The lume on the watch is also good. Overall, a unique piece that I am glad to be able to share with my friends here.
]]> eddiesng Wrist Shots Sun, 05 Aug 2012 10:33:02 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007688,1007688#msg-1007688 Love this watch... (8 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007688,1007688#msg-1007688 And yes, Maths was my favourite subject then...:)




Cheers!
]]> chuaks Wrist Shots Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:12:46 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007594,1007594#msg-1007594 When two Bros meet................. (1 reply) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007594,1007594#msg-1007594
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]]> watchculture Wrist Shots Mon, 02 Jul 2012 10:15:51 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007347,1007347#msg-1007347 IWC Portuguese Jubilee - 12.52pm (5 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007347,1007347#msg-1007347


Had to take it to post here. Such a classic piece to die for (tu)

They don't make it like they used to :)-D
]]> eddiesng Wrist Shots Tue, 26 Jun 2012 02:04:11 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007303,1007303#msg-1007303 Thought I had posted these before - Cartier Tank Solo (2 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007303,1007303#msg-1007303






Cheers,
Carl
]]> Carl Wrist Shots Tue, 26 Jun 2012 02:07:03 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007189,1007189#msg-1007189 Lady Corum Golden Bridge - 12.52pm (4 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007189,1007189#msg-1007189


I like this watch (tu)... actually, I love this watch :)-D
]]> eddiesng Wrist Shots Tue, 26 Jun 2012 02:05:36 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007177,1007177#msg-1007177 Bringing a Piaget back home... (4 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007177,1007177#msg-1007177 One of the most special occasions to me is still when you can take one of your favorite watches home to it's birthplace. This week I had that opportunity with my Piaget Upstream. I cannot describe how it feels to shake the hand of the watchmaker who actually put the movement of your watch together, but have to try because of course there will be a very nice report of my visit here at Revo-online!

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This picture was shot at Piaget's headquarters just outside Geneva. An amazing building, with not only a very pleasant climate but also the friendliest, passionate and proud people I've ever met!]]> Martin Green Wrist Shots Mon, 04 Jun 2012 04:19:28 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007122,1007122#msg-1007122 Omega Seamaster Pro 300M - Ceramic Bezel (1 reply) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007122,1007122#msg-1007122


Cheers,
Carl
]]> Carl Wrist Shots Tue, 29 May 2012 02:22:46 -0500 http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007117,1007117#msg-1007117 Seiko & Sub....... (4 replies) http://revo-online.com/forums/main/read.php?36,1007117,1007117#msg-1007117

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cheers, Wim
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