The BR 03-92 PATROUILLE DE FRANCE 70TH ANNIVERSARY

From Bell & Ross -

Courtesy of Bell & Ross

For the past three years, Bell & Ross has partnered with the Patrouille de France -

“Since 2021, the French Air and Space Force and Bell & Ross have forged a partnership of trust built around the Patrouille de France brand and strong common values. 

Self-transcendence, constant innovation, rigour, precision and a spirit of cohesion bring life to the teams of the ‘Grande Dame’ and those of Bell & Ross on a daily basis. And what’s more, it is the demand for excellence and the desire to raise the prestige of French wings to the highest level that brings us together and gives meaning to our association. The French Air and Space Force is proud to celebrate alongside Bell & Ross the 70TH anniversary of the Patrouille de France with this latest watchmaking achievement, the fruit of our shared passion”, says Colonel Malard, Director of SIRPA Air and Space.

Courtesy of Bell & Ross

In recognition of the PatrouIlle de France's 70TH anniversary, Bell & Ross is offering this special version of their BR 03-92, which is limited to 999 pieces.

Here are the pertinents -

BR0392-PAF7-CE/SCA

Movement: BR-CAL.302. Automatic mechanical

Functions: hours, minutes, seconds and date.

Case: 42 mm wide. 10.40 mm thick. Micro blasted black ceramic

Dial: blue. Patrouille de France logo at 9 o’clock. 70th anniversary logo at 3 o’clock. White transfer numerals and indices coated in Super-LumiNova®. Hands coated in Super-LumiNova®.

Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating.

Water-resistance: 100 meters.

Strap: blue calfskin and ultra-resilient black synthetic canvas fabric.

Buckle: pin. Steel with matte black PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) micro blasted finish.

Price: $4,100

The BR 03-94 PATROUILLE DE FRANCE

From Bell & Ross -

Courtesy of Bell & Ross

Limited to 500 pieces, this is the latest offering from Bell & Ross, created for the patrouille de France.

Per Bell & Ross -

Bell & Ross – the reference brand in Aviation watches – was chosen by the armée de l'Air et de l’Espace (French Air and Space Force) to become the official watchmaking partner of the Patrouille de France (French Acrobatic Patrol).Considered one of the most precise and aesthetic acrobatic trainings in the world, the Patrouille de France has flown around the world with grace and elegance for more than 67 years. And every year it continues to impress and move new generations of spectators. As a partner of the Patrouille de France, Bell & Ross who shares its values of performance and authenticity officially becomes an ambassador of French aeronautical excellence. Bell & Ross worked closely with the pilots and designed a chronograph which is perfectly adapted to their operational needs, the BR 03-94 PATROUILLE DE FRANCE. Shapes and colors that promote functionality, innovative and high-performance materials, an extremely legible dial and a highly accurate movement, the BR 03-94 PATROUILLE DE FRANCE is the amalgamation of two worlds revered by Bell & Ross: watchmaking and aviation.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Limited Edition of 500 pieces
Movement: calibre BR-CAL.301. Automatic mechanical.

Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds at 3 o'clock and date. Chronograph: 30-minute counter at 9 o'clock, central chronograph seconds. Tachymeter scale on the flange.

Case: 42 mm in width. Matt black ceramic. Bi-directional rotating black ceramic bezel with 60-second scale.

Dial: blue. Patrouille de France logo at 6 o'clock. Numerals and indices painted in Super-LumiNova®. Metal skeletonised Super-LumiNova®-filled hour and minute hands.

Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
Water-resistance: 100 metres.

Straps: black rubber and ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric.

Buckle: pin. Steel with black PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) finish.