

Bell & Ross is taking to the skies with the BR-05 Chrono Patrouille de France, a tribute to one of the world’s most prestigious aerobatic teams, the Patrouille de France. This fourth collaboration between Bell & Ross and the French Air and Space Force’s acrobatic team celebrates 70 years of excellence, skill, and precision. Limited to just 500 pieces, this chronograph blends urban sophistication with the precision of aviation instruments, embodying the brand’s core principles of readability, functionality, and reliability.


The BR-05 Chrono’s design is a nod to the iconic square-and-circle aesthetic of aviation instruments, with a 42mm steel case that’s as stylish as it is functional. The dial features a striking sunburst blue finish, echoing the light blue of the Patrouille de France’s flight suits. At the same time, darker tones reference the squadron’s aircraft. Notably, the silhouette of the squadron’s Alphajet aircraft adorns the seconds hand, while the squadron’s emblem, showcasing the “Diamond” maneuver, is etched onto the sapphire crystal case back.

Powered by Bell & Ross’ BR-CAL.326 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve, the watch perfectly balances style and performance. The timepiece’s technical, contemporary case houses a luminous dial with photoluminescent hands for easy day and night readability. With a chic blue leather strap inspired by the squadron’s colors, this watch celebrates precision, elegance, and the spirit of aviation. The watch runs $6,900 with the leather strap, and the stainless steel option costs $7,400.
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