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Bell & Ross Join Forces With Tara Ocean Foundation To Present The BR 03-92 Diver Tara Watch

At A Glance

With a limited edition run of 999 pieces, the new Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara comes complete with a signature square case, woven rubber strap and swanky blue ceramic design.
Exactly the same as the BR 03-92 Diver Black Ceramic introduced in 2019, this partnership with the Tara Ocean Foundation sees many signature elements incorporated into the watch like the crown guard and screw-down crown made from rubber.
Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and avid dive addicts, thanks to its 300 metres of water resistance, this timepiece plays on the foundation's accents with flashes of orange and blue across the dial.
Robust and ready for action like Arnold Schwarzenegger, this new watch incorporates much loved elements within the BR-03 diver range including circular sapphire crystal and a rotating timing bezel that is unidirectional.
In essence, these new limited edition diver influenced timepieces will be worn on board the schooner Tara watercraft, home to a floating lab with more than a dozen scientists and researchers where they have already made a splash across 56 different countries.
Other highlights include a matte blue circular dial, applied hour markers daubed with Super-Luminova and a jolt of orange found on the second hand, ideal for underwater legibility.

1. The Significance Of The BR-03 Diver Lineup

Exploring the BR-03 Diver Range: Where Precision Meets Adventure

While the brand has garnered widespread acclaim for its iconic square-cased watches, it continues to push the boundaries of innovation with its BR-03 range, a collection that seamlessly marries the elegance of a dress watch with the robust functionality demanded by professional divers.

The 41mm BR-03 revamped range from September 2023 with 8 new references, Source: Brand site

Capturing the essence of adventure and exploration, the BR-03 series serves as a testament to Bell & Ross unwavering commitment to delivering timepieces that excel in both form and function. Each meticulously crafted timepiece in this series embodies the brand's dedication to precision, durability, and uncompromising performance, making it a standout choice for divers, adventurers, and watch enthusiasts alike.

At the heart of the BR-03 range lies an impeccable design that pays homage to the brand's signature square case while incorporating essential elements of a professional diving watch to rival the iconic Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. This fusion of style and utility is a testament to Bell & Ross ability to blend aesthetic appeal with practicality seamlessly.

The robust and reliable stainless steel case, coupled with the iconic square silhouette, exudes a sense of rugged sophistication. With its striking yet functional design, the BR-03 effortlessly transitions from the depths of the ocean to the boardroom, making it a versatile timepiece for the modern individual.

Functionality: True to its name, the BR-03 model boasts an impressive water resistance of up to 300 metres, allowing divers to explore the underwater world with confidence and peace of mind. Equipped with a unidirectional rotating bezel, legible luminescent markers, and oversized hands, these timepieces prioritise readability and functionality, ensuring optimal performance in the most demanding environments.

Source: Brand site

The inclusion of a helium release valve underscores that Bell & Ross is dedicated to engineering timepieces that cater to the needs of professional divers, solidifying the brand's reputation for crafting instruments that excel under extreme conditions.

The BR-03 Diver range is a testament to Bell & Ross and its continuous pursuit of innovation. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and the brand's expertise in watchmaking, each timepiece in this series is equipped with a high-precision mechanical movement, ensuring unparalleled accuracy and reliability.

Moreover, the use of high-quality materials, such as sapphire crystal and rubber straps, not only enhances the durability of the timepiece but contributes to its overall aesthetic appeal. This combination of innovation and craftsmanship reaffirms the brand’s position as a frontrunner in the world of luxury watchmaking brands.

Catering to the needs of both professional divers and watch aficionados, the BR-03 Diver range embodies the spirit of adventure while encapsulating the essence of refined luxury. With its distinctive aesthetic and exceptional functionality, this collection stands as a testament to their enduring legacy of excellence in watchmaking.

2. Personality Of The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara

As many connoisseurs are already aware, B&R are famed for their aviation pieces as seen via the BR-03 lineup, delivering novelties to pilots, the military and divers for the best part of three decades.

BR 03-92 Diver Tara, Source: Brand site

But like Richard Mille, they have decided to break from the norm to launch this new number while keeping the typical characteristics we associate with the brand like its square cased shape. Plus the ceramic is another nice touch which is normally found in typical high-end watches.

This hot drop adds another horological string to the La Chaux-de-Fonds’ bow as they embark on a new collab with the Tara Océan Foundation. With marine exploration, biodiversity and oceanic research firmly on the agenda, it demonstrates the strong bond between man and sea.

With a 42mm case diameter, the new Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara features its quintessential square shaped design with a ceramic case in blue as well as the bezel that enjoys a 60 minute scale for those Michael Phelps wannabes as it can be used to record elapsed dive times.

Kudos goes to the solid 300 metres of water resistance that gives wearers the ability to take it underwater not to mention enjoy a host of nautical activities like kayaking, waterskiing and jet skiing. Ideal to make waves while flexing on your private boat or sunning by the pool too.

The visuals are on purpose and for good reason. Elegant yet timely, the orange and blue is synonymous with the accents of the Tara Océan Foundation logo. Plus it’s ideal in terms of practicality as a diver. Perfect timing you might say especially as this unison is in its inaugural year.

Source: Brand site

It’s time to delve a little deeper into the design of the timepiece. But hold your horses…not as far down as the Rolex Deepsea Challenge though. That’s for another time and another place. So what can horophiles expect? Deceivingly compact, well constructed and sharp as a pin, look out for the screw down crown together with crown guards located at 3 o’clock. This blends majestically with their all too familiar visuals including four corner screws and screw down crown.

We feel it maintains its pinpoint excellence in its construction, in spite of the difficulties that ceramic cases bring to the horological table. And here, we must give praise to manufacturer G&F Chatelain.

On board this vast 36 metre vessel, the crew of the schooner, which in another lifetime was known as Antarctica and Seamaster will be donning the limited edition BR 03-92 Diver Tara watches with its unidirectional blue and visible orange ceramic graduated 60 minute bezel. This can be viewed from positions 12 till 3.

Source: Brand site

This is separated into 5 minute periods that is highlighted by the orange around the bezel itself on the circular dial which offers a white minute track running around the inner flange. This commences with a unique white triangle positioned at noon.

Above the marker at 6 you will discover text that displays “Fondation Tara Ocean”, “Water Resistant” and “300m/1000ft” situated just to the right of the minuscule date aperture at 4:30pm. The brand logo sits tall and proud nestled under 12.

As versatile as a Rolex Submariner and made for divers, there is plenty of Super-LumiNova daubed on the circular dial, most notably around the hour and minute hands. And a “lollipop” second hand seems to be all the rage recently.

This is not just seen in the new BR 03-92 Diver Tara coated in orange but in the latest Moonswatch release with Omega’s own 18k gold alloy. Aptly titled Mission To Moonshine - Lollipop Moon, increased readability is still very much on the horologists menu.

The look is rounded off with not one but two types of straps. Firstly, the woven rubber strap in blue that goes perfectly with the all blue allure or the orange synthetic fabric that has a Velcro-style closing.

Source: Brand site

If we flip this baby over for just a second, you will notice a few elements such as an etching of the schooner Tara alongside, the brand emblem and other details taking in the reference and limited edition information.

What We Like

+ Smart blue ceramic case

+ Impressive water resistance

+ Branching out into uncharted waters from their normal aeronautical division

What We Don’t Like

- Lack of COSC certification which doesn’t justify the price tag.

- Disappointing power reserve of less than 40 hours.

- No inside view of the movement’s inner workings.

3. BR-CAL.302 Movement

Revolving around the original Sellita SW300 aesthetics, which has been used by other brands such as TAG Heuer, forming part of the Calibre 7, the new Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara is home to the automatic BR-CAL.302.

Skipping along merrily like a roundabout at 28,8000(Vph) it claims to offer around 38-40 hours of power reserve. This is by no means weekend-proof per se, but we will let it go this time in favour of its immense 300 metres of water resistance, crystal clear dive clarity and exciting new partnership.

4. Specifications Of The New Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara

Reference	BR0392-D-TR-CE/SRB
Case diameter	42mm
Functions	Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Number of jewels	25
Case colour	Matte blue ceramic
Dial colour	Blue
Case material	Sapphire crystal
Bezel type	Unidirectional
Water resistance	300 metres
Strap material	Woven rubber The blue version has a complimenting PVD-coated buckle. The other strap choice comprises of orange synthetic fabric with a Velcro-style closing.
Strap colour	Blue or orange
Strap style	Buckle featuring a steel pin alongside a blue PVD finish
Limited edition	Yes, 999 pieces
Power reserve	Around 40 hours

5. Where Can You Buy A New Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara?

Limited to only 999 watches, with a portion of sales going back to funding the Tara Océan Foundation cause, you can buy a Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Tara at retail and online outlets for £4,990…as of November 2023.

6. About Tara Océan Foundation

Created by Étienne Bourgois and Agnès Troublé, in 2003, the Tara Ocean Foundation (TOF) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to studying and raising awareness about the world's oceans. In addition, this special French organisation has elite status as a United Nations Special Observer.

Fondation Tara Ocean, Source: Lilo.org

Their mission is to promote a better understanding of the impact of climate change on the ocean and to support the development of solutions for preserving and protecting marine ecosystems.

The foundation's work is centred around the research vessel Tara, a schooner that travels across the world's oceans to conduct scientific expeditions and collect data on marine biodiversity, ecosystems, and the effects of climate change.

By collaborating with various research institutions, the Tara Ocean Foundation has been able to carry out numerous multidisciplinary scientific missions aimed at exploring and documenting the complex and crucial role of the ocean in the Earth's climate system.

One of the foundation's key initiatives is the Tara Ocean expedition, a major scientific research project that aimed to study the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems and biodiversity. This expedition involved a comprehensive analysis of marine microorganisms and their genetic diversity, as well as the study of the various factors influencing their distribution and evolution.

Through its research efforts, the Tara Ocean Foundation seeks to generate data that can contribute to a better understanding of the ocean's vital role in regulating the Earth's climate and its overall health. Additionally, the foundation works to promote public awareness and education on marine conservation issues, aiming to inspire individuals, businesses, and governments to take action to protect and preserve the world's oceans.

Source: Tara Ocean Foundation

The Tara Ocean Foundation collaborates with a wide range of partners, including research institutions, universities, and environmental organisations, to promote the sustainable management of marine resources and the development of innovative solutions for addressing the challenges facing the world's oceans.

Through its research, advocacy, and educational initiatives, this French based foundation strives to foster a greater sense of responsibility and stewardship toward understanding the ocean, encouraging global cooperation and action to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of marine ecosystems for future generations.

For further details about this noble cause, please head to fondationtaraocean.org,

7. What’s Our View?

First and foremost, what does the President and Co-Founder of Bell & Ross think about this new release? Well, here’s the scoop;

“For 30 years, the Maison has been equipping extraordinary pilots and divers whose missions and lives itself depend on their instruments and machines. At its core, Bell & Ross is a supplier for explorers and elite units, with each watch designed to meet precise specifications set by the professional world it will enter. That’s why we felt it was important to mark this joining of forces and celebrate the first year of our partnership with a new piece, the BR 03 Diver Tara”

He adds;

“…A key part of our brand’s DNA has always been to equip professionals with tools capable of adjusting to their mission and to push the limits to the extreme, which is why it seemed a natural fit to join forces with the Tara Océan Foundation”.

And we couldn’t have put it better. But what do we say? Look, it's for a good cause and we like the fact a portion of the profits are winging its way straight to the Tara Océan Foundation. In addition, the blue and the orange interplay of hues work well and with first rate legibility that is renowned in Bell & Ross watches.

Be it a tool piece for professional use or marine exploration…what better way to undertake research in the name of science than with one of these flexed on board a schooner!

8. Best Blue Dial Watches

If you are feeling blue because winter is on its way don’t be as we have the perfect timekeeping tonic to see you through those colder days. If you are looking to buy this striking coloured tone, take a look at some of our picks of the best blue dial watches;

NOTE: All retail prices stated are as of November 2023

Omega Seamaster 300M 60th Anniversary James Bond (RRP 7,900)
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Ultra-Thin 16202ST (Upon appointment only)
Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono (RRP £4,340)
Grand Seiko Tentagraph “Hi-Beat” Automatic Chronograph - (RRP £12,500)
TAG Heuer Carrera Skipper - (RRP £5,900)

For a more in depth look, take time to peruse our snappy guide below;

Chrono Hunter Selects The Most Popular Blue-Dial Watches For Enthusiasts

9. Conclusion

What began as a mere university project between Bruno Belamich and Carlos A. Rosillo (hence the brand name amalgamated from the ends of their surnames!) They have transformed B&R into a well respected brand among the diver, pilot and professional sectors.

Yes we all know them for their coveted aviation or instrument type watches that has seen them weave their horological magic across special force units and even into Formula 1. But this indie watchmaker has been at the epicentre of professional timepieces for a while…and they say what they mean and mean what they say.

Take as an example the epic Hydromax. Released in 1997 it is resistant to a whopping 11,100 metres. Don’t believe us? Take a look for a second in the Guinness Book Of Records where it has been officially recognised for this achievement.

They are constantly pushing the timekeeping boundaries with their cutting-edge tool inspired watches and pursuit of depth. This is also reflected in the professional diving BR-02 series providing 1,000 metres of water resistance. Yet tough demands call for even tougher measures.

And these limited edition watches certainly have them in spades. Add in the association with this new French organisation that has to date produced some 300 scientific reports and recognised more than 200,000 virus types and you have the final piece or hat-trick of Bell & Ross so called universes.

Namely the land in partnership with Alpine, the sky alongside La Patrouille and finally now the sea thanks to the Fondation Tara Ocean. And if you have less than a minute, we have a little treat for you. Take time to explore this fascinating collab with this short promotional clip here

As Captain James T. Kirk of The Starship Enterprise declared, it’s time to go where no man has gone before…

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