onzenuub 309 Posted November 18, 2009 BR-01 Airborne 415. BR-01 Airborne 672 Limited editions to 99 pieces Two new exclusive versions of the Talisman watch The original version of the BR 01 AIRBORNE in black carbon takes its inspiration directly from military symbolism. It is a tribute to paratroopers and their values. In a constant quest for perfection, Bell & Ross is today offering two precious and exclusive versions of this icon model: The Airborne 415, paved with 415 diamonds, and even more precious, the Airborne 672, entirely set with diamonds. The sober gleam of black diamonds on the case and the sparkle of white diamonds of the skull and crossbones are a striking contrast. The finish quality is an illustration of the know-how of the Swiss Bell & Ross workshops and their total mastery of the setting process. A fusion of materials, avant-garde techniques and fluctuating luminescence, military symbolism is flirting with haute joaillerie - the result is exceptional. Understated luxury, without ostentation in either version, they both magnify the talisman spirit of the original model and its symbolic function, to the total delight of collectors. Bell & Ross: A passion for military watches A project to create utilitarian watches suitable for professional use An inspiration, the aeronautical instrument Aeronautical instrumentation is the absolute reference point in terms of readability, reliability and performance. This is why Bell & Ross designers have worked together in order to reproduce a cockpit dashboard clock on the scale of a human wrist… This is how the instrument-watch was born. From the BR 01 to the Heritage and BR 03 Type Aviation, the evolution of the Bell & Ross Instrument collection closely follows that of aeronautical instrumentation. The new BR 01 AIRBORNE model is directly inspired by a historical military symbol and is the most unique watch in the BR 01 collection. Because he wants to reach for the stars and explore the ocean depths, because he lives out his passions to the full, man has always measured himself against time... to turn a few seconds into a moment of eternity. Technical specifications Movement: Automatic mechanical ETA 2892. Fonctions: Hours, minutes. Case: 46mm diameter. 316L glass bead blasted steel with black finishing type «carbon powder coating». Screw-in crown. - Airborne 415: Bezel sets with 415 diamonds: 156 black diamonds and 259 white diamonds on the dial. Total weight: 2.78 carats. - Airborne 672: Bezel sets with 672 diamonds: 413 black diamonds and 259 white diamonds on the dial. Total weight: 4.57 carats. Glass: anti-reflection sapphire crystal. Water-resistance: 100 meters. Bracelet: Shagreen or rubber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted November 18, 2009 I want it. woooohooo, I won my first giveaway.... Now, give it away Onze! both of them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 84 Posted November 18, 2009 People will think you're a gay Hell's Angel if you wear that thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted November 18, 2009 People will think you're a gay Hell's Angel if you wear that thing. aaaaaaand? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 997 Posted November 18, 2009 I know a few Somali pirates who would like that. They could afford it too! Note to self: it's time to um, "re ajust" Kinky's sig. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted November 18, 2009 I know a few Somali pirates who would like that. They could afford it too! Note to self: it's time to um, "re ajust" Kinky's sig. Col. You 2 vandals leave my sig alone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 18, 2009 The second one is something like €20k and really is an exercise in bad taste IMO lol It's entirely a fashion watch from what I can see - I'm disappointed that B&R are chasing the quick buck rather than focusing on developing more classic models, such as the Heritage. They claim this skull effort is a tribute to those soldiers who jump out of planes, but I just think it's a bit tacky and a somewhat tenuous link. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites