The BR S (Ref. BRS-BLC-ST) reconfigures the brand’s aviation DNA into a streamlined 39mm case designed for daily wearability. The satin-brushed stainless steel case retains the signature "circle within a square" geometry along with its matte black dial prioritizes clarity, featuring a dedicated subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock and a discrete circular date aperture positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock.
This slender profile is achieved through the use of the Calibre BR-CAL.102, a high-precision Swiss quartz movement that eliminates the vertical bulk of an automatic rotor while ensuring persistent accuracy. Preserved as a complete 2015 set, the watch is mounted on its original broad rubber strap.
Founded in 1992 by Bruno Belamich (Bell) and Carlos A. Rosillo (Ross), Bell and Ross was established on the singular idea of creating functional timepieces for professionals. The brand's core philosophy, "function shapes form," is drawn directly from the design principles of aviation cockpit instruments, where legibility and reliability are paramount. This ethos was crystallized in 2005 with the launch of the BR 01, a watch that defined the brand's iconic "circle within a square" case, secured by four functional screws.
Initially, its watches were produced in partnership with German tool-watch specialist Sinn, but the brand later established its own Swiss manufacturing facility in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Today, the "Instruments" collection remains the brand's central pillar, though it has expanded with the more conventional "Vintage" line and the integrated-bracelet "Urban" (BR 05) collection.
Overall Grade: 8.5 / 10 | Great Condition, Light Visible Wear Production: 2015 Contents: Full-set Genre: Everyday Sports Watch
Size: 39mm Thickness: approx. 7.9mm Lug Width: approx. 24mm
Case: Stainless steel, satin-brushed, mirrored bevels, light visible wear Bezel: Stainless steel, satin-brushed, secured with 4 screws, light visible wear Dial: Black matte dial, printed numerals and markers, sub-second display, lumed Hands: Black matte sword hands, lumed tip
Crown: Stainless steel, signed screw-down, light visible wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, light visible wear Bracelet: Black rubber strap, light visible wear Caseback: Solid stainless steel, screw-down, light visible wear Movement: Quartz Caliber: BR102