BR03-94 TORNADO

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                                          Bell & Ross celebrates 30 years of the Tornado

To mark the 30th anniversary of the illustrious TORNADO combat aircraft, Bell & Ross pays tribute to the Aeronautica Militare with an iconic commemorative watch.

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A world of inspiration

Aeronautical instruments are the pinnacle of readability, reliability and performance. Bell & Ross instrument watches are directly inspired by aircraft cockpit clocks and are based on four fundamental principles: readability, functionality, precision and water-resistance.

Because our watches meet the demands of the most extreme conditions, Bell & Ross has become a benchmark in the world of luxury watchmaking and in the exclusive domain of professional users.

Tornado pilots are the latest prestige reference for the Bell & Ross brand, joining the ranks of civil defense mine disposal experts, Rafale pilots and combat divers, all synonymous to quality and reliability for those  professionals working in extreme conditions. 

A tribute to the Aeronautica Militare

Sleek, stylish and powerful, fighter planes are the masters of the skies. The 1980s were a prolific period for fighter aviation in Europe, especially in terms of cooperation between countries. The Panavia Tornado is a perfect example of this.

Designed to be at the forefront of high-performance navigation and extreme precision, the MRCA 75 (Multi-Role Combat Aircraft 1975), soon to be known as the Tornado, was jointly developed by the UK, Germany and Italy during the 1970s, going into active service in 1982.

A genuine masterpiece of technology, a legendary aircraft capable of supersonic acceleration, these “Warriors of the Skies” can reach Mach 2.34 (2,417 km/h) and have a range of 1,400 km.

As an integral part of the Comando della Squadra Aerea, these multi-purpose combat aircrafts are based in Ghedi and Piacenza and carry out recognition, defense, and attack missions for the 6^th and 50^th squadrons.

Emboldened by the values of this exceptional aircraft, Bell & Ross is honored to spotlight this aeronautic model.

BR03-94 TORNADO: a watch with character

Bell & Ross has always designed watches for professionals and its creations are based on an unchanging principle: form follows function.

The clean lines of the watches in the Instrument BR collection —which have become the brand’s iconic models— authentically echo the design of a plane’s cockpit clock. Designed for men of action looking for precision and robustness, they are extremely readable as well as highly reliable.

The Instrument BR03-94 TORNADO special edition has been designed by Bell & Ross to commemorate 30 years of the eponymous aircraft—a worldwide numbered, limited edition of 50 watches for sale to the general public.

The BR 03-94, 42 mm in diameter, is a functional watch par excellence. It is the ideal, discreet tool for professionals for whom every second is critical. Perfectly readable day or night, due to its matte black dial, anti-glare sapphire crystal and imposing photoluminescent hands, the BR 03-94 TORNADO is also water-resistant to 100 m and powered by a high-precision Swiss mechanical movement with a two-counter chronograph and a power reserve of 40 hours. Simple and discreet, it is fitted with a black rubber or heavy-duty synthetic canvas strap guaranteeing durability and comfort.

With its perfect functionality, the Instrument BR 03-94 TORNADO proudly and elegantly displays the logo specifically designed for this anniversary and the colors of the Squadra Aerea Tornado.