BR 01 Turn Coordinator
BR0192-TURNCOOR
| Brand : | Bell & Ross |
| Collection : | AVIATION |
| Model : | BR 01 Turn Coordinator |
| Reference : | BR0192-TURNCOOR |
| Nber of pieces : | 999 |
| Complement : | Balck PVD Steel |
| On sale : | 2012 |
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Brand : Bell & Ross Collection : AVIATION Model : BR 01 Turn Coordinator Reference : BR0192-TURNCOOR Nber of pieces : 999 Complement : Balck PVD Steel On sale : 2012 List Price : 4 500 € Diameter : 46 mm Styles : Atypical Types : Self-winding Calibre : ETA 2892 Case material : Black PVD Steel Case peculiarity : Screwed-down crown Shape : Square Water-resistance : 100 meters Dial color : Black Display : Hour-graduated disc Small second disc Minute-graduated disc Indexes : Arabic numerals Glass : Sapphire Antireflective coating Opaque lower part Strap material : Rubber Strap color : Black Strap clasp : Pin buckle + More characteristics : Dial
3 black concentric discs
The markings on the outside disc indicate the hours. the middle disc the minutes and the central disc turns at the rhythm of the seconds
Straps
Black rubber and black heavy-duty canvas
DESCRIPTION
- AVIATION COLLECTION - BASEL 2012
FROM THE COCKPIT TO THE WRIST
BELL & ROSS AND AERONAUTICAL INSTRUMENTATION
The AVIATION collection is directly inspired by the instrumentation of aircraft cockpits and addresses four fundamental requirements: legibility, functionality, precision and water-resistance.
In 2005, the BR 01 was inspired by the cockpit clocks of 1970s airplanes. This iconic watch was produced using high-tech materials and complications reflecting the finest Haute Horlogerie craftsmanship.
Exploring aeronautical navigation instruments further, Bell & Ross developed two completely new high-tech models – the BR01 COMPASSS and RADAR – in 2010 and 2011, respectively. With these two models, Bell & Ross conceptualized an entirely new way of reading time.
The result was a collection of exclusive watches with an innovative display of uncompromising legibility, an absolute necessity for professionals and for every Bell & Ross watch.
THREE WATCHES INSPIRED BY THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
In 2012, as part of its continuing quest for innovation and performance, Bell & Ross introduces three new versions inspired by aeronautical instrumentation with a particular focus on the instruments vital to air navigation: the BR01 HORIZON, the BR01 ALTIMETER, and the BR01 TURN COORDINATOR.
In the cockpit, the essential instruments are laid out in a t shape for optimal legibility. They are grouped according to their function and importance and include essential tools for flying (attitude indicator, altimeter, etc.) and navigation (compass, turn coordinator, etc.).
• The attitude indicator makes it possible to monitor the aircraft’s position relative to the horizon, whatever the visibility conditions.
• The altimeter calculates the aircraft’s altitude based on the measurement of atmospheric pressure. It is a valuable instrument for determining altitude based on a reference point: i.e. the ground, the sea (altitude measurement) or an isobaric surface.
• The turn coordinator indicates flight symmetry, without which the aircraft slides or slips. the turn indicator is a gyroscope used to visualize the rate of turn (roll). It features a bearing that moves in a curved tube to represent the aircraft’s sideslip. The bearing functions using gravity.
FROM THE COCKPIT TO THE WRIST
With these three watches, Bell & Ross recreates the graphic style of these navigation tools as closely as possible, once again going beyond the traditional approach to telling time. Produced as a limited edition, these three watches in their boxes will give watch collectors a sense of owning a piece of an aircraft cockpit...
BR01 TURN COORDINATOR Limited Edition Limitée of 999 pieces
DISC-BASED DISPLAY INSPIRED BY THE TURN COORDINATOR
Bell & Ross designers have borrowed the graphic characteristics of the turn coordinator to create an original and innovative display of the time.
The dial comprises two independent concentric discs, graduated to 12 hours (B) and 60 minutes (c), respectively. And a third little one, on the center, acting as a small second.
Beneath the crystal, a vertical white marker (A) indicates the large digits of the hours and the small digits of the minutes. The time is read directly beneath the indicator, from top to bottom.
The dial reveals two windows, separated by a line symbolizing a plane.
• The upper window is entirely dedicated to reading the time. the lower window is opaque, giving priority to the area displaying the time.
• The anti-reflective, matte black carbon finish of the case is inspired by the color of an instrument panel, designed to make the dials easier to read by eliminating reflections.
TECHNOLOGICAL FEATS
The BR01 TURN COORDINATOR is highly sophisticated. The technical challenge posed by its design and its production required the collaboration of the best watchmaking engineers.
• Since each disc weighs 30 times more than a watch hand, ultra-light discs had to be created in order to maintain the power reserve and accuracy of the watch. Furthermore, each disc needed to be sufficiently resistant so as not to become deformed and risk any friction. this dual challenge required the development of specific materials and new techniques.
• As they rotate, an adjustment to the nearest micron ensures that the discs are constantly parallel. The accuracy of the assembly requires all the expertise of master watchmakers.
- AVIATION COLLECTION - BASEL 2012
FROM THE COCKPIT TO THE WRIST
BELL & ROSS AND AERONAUTICAL INSTRUMENTATION
The AVIATION collection is directly inspired by the instrumentation of aircraft cockpits and addresses four fundamental requirements: legibility, functionality, precision and water-resistance.
In 2005, the BR 01 was inspired by the cockpit clocks of 1970s airplanes. This iconic watch was produced using high-tech materials and complications reflecting the finest Haute Horlogerie craftsmanship.
Exploring aeronautical navigation instruments further, Bell & Ross developed two completely new high-tech models – the BR01 COMPASSS and RADAR – in 2010 and 2011, respectively. With these two models, Bell & Ross conceptualized an entirely new way of reading time.
The result was a collection of exclusive watches with an innovative display of uncompromising legibility, an absolute necessity for professionals and for every Bell & Ross watch.
THREE WATCHES INSPIRED BY THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
In 2012, as part of its continuing quest for innovation and performance, Bell & Ross introduces three new versions inspired by aeronautical instrumentation with a particular focus on the instruments vital to air navigation: the BR01 HORIZON, the BR01 ALTIMETER, and the BR01 TURN COORDINATOR.
In the cockpit, the essential instruments are laid out in a t shape for optimal legibility. They are grouped according to their function and importance and include essential tools for flying (attitude indicator, altimeter, etc.) and navigation (compass, turn coordinator, etc.).
• The attitude indicator makes it possible to monitor the aircraft’s position relative to the horizon, whatever the visibility conditions.
• The altimeter calculates the aircraft’s altitude based on the measurement of atmospheric pressure. It is a valuable instrument for determining altitude based on a reference point: i.e. the ground, the sea (altitude measurement) or an isobaric surface.
• The turn coordinator indicates flight symmetry, without which the aircraft slides or slips. the turn indicator is a gyroscope used to visualize the rate of turn (roll). It features a bearing that moves in a curved tube to represent the aircraft’s sideslip. The bearing functions using gravity.
FROM THE COCKPIT TO THE WRIST
With these three watches, Bell & Ross recreates the graphic style of these navigation tools as closely as possible, once again going beyond the traditional approach to telling time. Produced as a limited edition, these three watches in their boxes will give watch collectors a sense of owning a piece of an aircraft cockpit...
BR01 TURN COORDINATOR Limited Edition Limitée of 999 pieces
DISC-BASED DISPLAY INSPIRED BY THE TURN COORDINATOR
Bell & Ross designers have borrowed the graphic characteristics of the turn coordinator to create an original and innovative display of the time.
The dial comprises two independent concentric discs, graduated to 12 hours (B) and 60 minutes (c), respectively. And a third little one, on the center, acting as a small second.
Beneath the crystal, a vertical white marker (A) indicates the large digits of the hours and the small digits of the minutes. The time is read directly beneath the indicator, from top to bottom.
The dial reveals two windows, separated by a line symbolizing a plane.
• The upper window is entirely dedicated to reading the time. the lower window is opaque, giving priority to the area displaying the time.
• The anti-reflective, matte black carbon finish of the case is inspired by the color of an instrument panel, designed to make the dials easier to read by eliminating reflections.
TECHNOLOGICAL FEATS
The BR01 TURN COORDINATOR is highly sophisticated. The technical challenge posed by its design and its production required the collaboration of the best watchmaking engineers.
• Since each disc weighs 30 times more than a watch hand, ultra-light discs had to be created in order to maintain the power reserve and accuracy of the watch. Furthermore, each disc needed to be sufficiently resistant so as not to become deformed and risk any friction. this dual challenge required the development of specific materials and new techniques.
• As they rotate, an adjustment to the nearest micron ensures that the discs are constantly parallel. The accuracy of the assembly requires all the expertise of master watchmakers.
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Brand : Bell & Ross Collection : AVIATION Model : BR 01 Turn Coordinator Reference : BR0192-TURNCOOR Nber of pieces : 999 Complement : Balck PVD Steel On sale : 2012 List Price : 4 500 € Diameter : 46 mm Styles : Atypical Types : Self-winding Calibre : ETA 2892 Case material : Black PVD Steel Case peculiarity : Screwed-down crown Shape : Square Water-resistance : 100 meters Dial color : Black Display : Hour-graduated disc Small second disc Minute-graduated disc Indexes : Arabic numerals Glass : Sapphire Antireflective coating Opaque lower part Strap material : Rubber Strap color : Black Strap clasp : Pin buckle More characteristics : Dial
3 black concentric discs
The markings on the outside disc indicate the hours. the middle disc the minutes and the central disc turns at the rhythm of the seconds
Straps
Black rubber and black heavy-duty canvas