Bell & Ross BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic
Bell & Ross has never been shy about bringing aviation instruments to the wrist. In fact, the brand has built much of its identity around the concept, transforming cockpit instruments into distinctive watches. Now, with the new BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic, the brand revisits one of its more unusual concepts, this time with a green radar display complete with three miniature aircraft circling the dial.
The Radar concept dates back to 2010, when Bell & Ross introduced the BR-01 Radar, replacing traditional hands with rotating discs designed to resemble an aircraft radar screen. A red version followed in 2011, with subsequent interpretations in 2014 and 2021. Now, 15 years after the original, the brand brings the concept into a smaller 41mm ceramic case and gives it an entirely new look.
The Bell & Ross BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic uses neon green concentric circles and planes to map the time.
What makes this watch particularly interesting is the way it tells time. Instead of conventional hands, three independent rotating discs feature silhouettes of aircraft from French aviation manufacturer Dassault Aviation. A Falcon business jet indicates the hours, completing one rotation every 12 hours. A Rafale fighter jet tracks the minutes, while a Neuron stealth drone circles the dial every 60 seconds.
The result is a miniature aerial display that is constantly changing. Green luminous trails follow the aircraft, while concentric circles and markings beneath the green-tinted sapphire crystal create the illusion of an actual radar screen. It is a clever concept that makes checking the time a little more entertaining than usual.
Of course, there is some serious watchmaking behind the playful display. The three superimposed discs must be exceptionally lightweight and precisely aligned to avoid friction and ensure accurate operation.
Just 999 pieces of the Bell & Ross BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic will be made
The 41mm case is crafted from micro-blasted black ceramic, offering scratch resistance and a decidedly stealthy appearance. Inside beats the automatic BR-CAL.327 movement with 54 hours of power reserve. Water resistance is 100 meters, and the watch comes with both a black rubber strap and a black synthetic fabric strap.
Limited to just 999 pieces, the $5,200 BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic is another example of how Bell & Ross continues to find creative ways to translate aviation instruments into wristwatches.
Retailing for $5,200, the Bell & Ross BR-03 Green Radar Ceramic watch is offered on rubber or textile strap.
