The Titanium Field Guide

Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium is a current-production pilot watch with a grade 2 titanium case, finished with micro-blasted (dlc accents). It is priced well above the $1,237 median for the category. The maker states no nickel-bearing steel at any skin-contact point, across the case, caseback and bracelet.

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Price
≈$9,803 (€8,400)
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 2
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
41.0 mm
Thickness
13.3 mm
Origin
France
Movement
Automatic (in-house)
Caliber
Bell & Ross BR-CAL.323
Power reserve
70 h
Complications
Date, Power reserve
Colour
Black
Surface treatment
Micro-blasted (DLC accents)
Finish technology
DLC
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire, AR coated
Display back
Yes
Dial
Skeletonized
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Water resistance, Weight, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: Bell & Ross (maker) / Fratello Spec checksGrade Jul 2026Price Aug 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, no nickel-bearing steel touches the skin: a grade 2 titanium case with a sapphire caseback, plus a non-steel crown and strap. That is what the guide records rather than a test of the watch, so confirm the contact points with the maker before buying if you react to nickel.

What is the case material of the Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium?

The Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium has a grade 2 titanium case with a sapphire caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium?

It is 41.0 mm in diameter, 13.3 mm thick.

How much does the Bell & Ross BR-X3 Black Titanium cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $9,803.

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