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Bell & Ross BR 01 Cyber Skull: A new era of iconic watches

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Date 1. 1. 2021

Category Watchmaking

Reading length 3 minuty

Bell & Ross, the brand famous for its iconic square cases, has unveiled the latest member of its more than a decade-old skull concept - the BR 01 Cyber Skull. This piece symbolizes the beginning of a new era for the brand and brings a fresh wind to the world of luxury watches.

The skull concept is inextricably linked to the Bell & Ross brand. This symbol first appeared on watches in 2009 and has since become an integral part of the brand's identity. The skull symbolizes courage, strength and steadfastness.

The BR 01 Cyber Skull takes this concept to a new level. It combines the traditional symbolism of the skull with an ultra-modern design inspired by the world of hi-tech. The result is a visually stunning watch that tells a powerful story.

Aerial watch-inspired design

The new addition to the Bell & Ross family comes in an impressive 46mm matte black ceramic case. This case, which the brand has aptly named Cyber, draws inspiration from the design details of the iconic Lockheed Martin F-117 American fighter jet.

The angular and faceted surface of the case is strikingly reminiscent of the design of this particular aircraft - developed specifically to reduce radar reflectivity. The chamfered edges of the case are at an angle of exactly 45 degrees. The case is protected on both sides by sapphire crystal and boasts a waterproof rating of up to 50 metres.

Iconic skull with moving jaw is a signature of the Bell & Ross brand

The dominant feature of the dial is, of course, the skull, a symbol that has appeared in various guises on Bell & Ross models over the past decade. One of the most interesting details of this model is the movable jaw, which moves when the watch is manually wound.

Below the skull are crossed arms, evoking pirate flags. The matte black hands are coated with black Super-LumiNOVA - for perfect legibility in all lighting conditions.

Swiss mechanical watch with a power reserve of 50 hours

The heart of the BR 01 Cyber Skull is the BR-CAL.208 movement with manual winding. This 21-stone calibre operates at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 semi-frequencies per hour) and offers a power reserve of up to 50 hours when fully wound.

Limited edition of only 500 watches

This unique model will be produced in a limited edition of only 500 pieces. Each piece features a black rubber strap with a black steel buckle with PVD finish. The combination of ceramic case and rubber strap ensures not only high wearing comfort but also a sporty look.

With this French watch you will not go unnoticed

The Bell & Ross BR 01 Cyber Skull watch is a bold combination of the brand's iconic design, cutting-edge engineering and limited availability. It's a great choice for collectors of unique watches and those looking for an unmistakable accessory with a strong character.

With the BR 01 Cyber Skull model on your wrist, you definitely won't go unnoticed. This watch embodies the spirit of the Bell & Ross brand -- bold, innovative and extremely charismatic. If you are a fan of unconventional watches with a story, the BR 01 Cyber Skull should definitely not escape your attention.

PARAMETERS IN A NUTSHELL:

BR 01 Cyber Skull (Ref. BR01-CSK-CE/SRB)

Limited edition of 500 pieces

Calibre: calibre BR-CAL.208/ mechanical hand winding, 21 stones, 4Hz frequency

Functions: hours and minutes/ moving skull during winding

Case: length 45 mm, width 46.5 mm/matte black ceramic

Dial: skeleton, black ceramic skull, hour-minute hand with Super-LumiNova®/full indices

Glass: sapphire with anti-reflective coating

Water resistance: 50 metres.

Bracelet/strap: black rubber

Clasp: thorn, black PVD steel