Bell & Ross Vintage Watch-WW1-97 Heritage

Front of Bell & Ross WW1-97 Heritage

Bell & Ross has rich experience in aeronautical instrumentation. Its aviation watches is famous in the watch industry.

While the iconic Bell & Ross Aviation collection with its squared cases is directly inspired to the instrument panel of air planes, the Vintage collection brings to mind the history of aviation and the development of the first pilot watches.Front of Bell & Ross WW1-97 Heritage
The Vintage WW1-97 Heritage is successful is reproducing the allure of aviation wristwatches of the first part of the 20th century with a domed glass and a large fluted crown to reinforce the vintage look. Unlike the timepieces of the past, the glass is made from sapphire, a much harder and scratch resistant material, which is also treated with an anti-reflective coating.Side of Bell & Ross WW1-97 Heritage

The black dial features untreated metal numerals, metal hour and minute hands and a gilt second hand offering a truly excellent readability.The large polished steel case has a diameter of 45 mm with wire lugs welded to the sides of the watch.Bell & Ross WW1-97 Heritage dial

The WW1-97 Heritage is fitted with a power reserve indicator positioned between 6 and 8 o’clock. The case houses the 4Hz  self-winding BR-307 movement. It water resistant to 50 metres, the watch is completed by a thin elegant yet strong leather strap.