Bell&Ross: BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire “Unique Piece”

During Baselworld 2018 Bell&Ross presented three of the six new unique pieces of the BR-X1 Skeleton. A collection that marry transparency with color but not only… Embracing sales innovation, two of the watches will be exclusively available online.

Thanks to the transparency of its sapphire 45mm case, the BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire created a magical spectacle in 2016 when its chronograph movement, paired with a flying tourbillon that appears to float weightlessly, was revealed. Last year, Bell&Ross pushed the limits even further when it decided to develop an entirely skeletonized tourbillon. The transparency of the sapphire case was complemented by a “lace” effect of the openworked bridges, which laid bare the secrets of the watch’s mechanical heart through an off-centered dial especially designed to reveal it all.

Now, Bell&Ross has set itself a new challenge: to continue experimenting with extreme transparency while adding color. A number of monochrome movements have been individually produced, intended for the most discerning collectors. A single color has been used for the main plate, bridges, dial, hands and tourbillon cage, thus creating a customized face for each unique piece.

The first of these three exclusive pieces is black, the signature color of the Bell&Ross style since its creation and a reference to aircraft instruments. It offers the purest of contrasts with the transparent sapphire case and the translucent bracelet. (Available exclusively online from the Bell&Ross e-boutique – €.400.000)

The second version offers an interpretation of the refinement and nobility of a precious metal. All the visible metal components of the movement are made from solid pink gold. Like a jewel enclosed in a glass case. €.400,000

The third BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire honors the traditions of watchmaking with a movement inspired by the blued color of the hands on vintage timepieces. (This version will be available only on Mr Porter, the award-winning e-commerce which has been a Bell&Ross partner for a year – €.400.000)