Bell & Ross BR03-94 RS17 Chronograph

21 February 2017, London Renault Sport Formula One Team hosted a press conference to launch the new R.S.17 racing car. Bell & Ross confirmed continuing partnership as team watch partner by revealing the new BR03-94 RS17 chronograph watch. It is part of the trilogy of racing theme watches launchi

21 February 2017, London

Renault Sport Formula One Team hosted a press conference to launch the new R.S.17 racing car.

Bell & Ross confirmed continuing partnership as team watch partner by revealing the new BR03-94 RS17 chronograph watch.

It is part of the trilogy of racing theme watches launching at Baselworld 2017 trade show in March.

Bell & Ross logo

Guests and media were invited to London’s Royal Horticultural Halls to see Renault Sport Formula One Team among the first teams to reveal their car this year.

The Reveal

Renault Sport Formula One R.S.17 Reveal

Renault Sport Formula One Team drivers, Jolyon Palmer and Nico Hulkenberg pulled away the covering sheet to reveal a sleek R.S.17 car.

They spoke to guests afterwards and hoped the car would be as fast as it looks.

Renault Sport Formula One R.S.17 car

Nico Hulkenberg (GER) Driver; Jolyon Palmer (GBR) Driver; Sergey Sirotkin (RUS) Reserve Driver

This series of high-performance watches will be revealed in a few weeks time at Basel but it only takes an eagle-eyed fan to spot one of them will be the Renault Sport F1 Team Watch seen on the drivers' wrists.  

Bell & Ross CEO & Co-founder, Carlos-A. Rosillo welcomed guests of the brand and introduced the new BR03-94 RS17 watch. 

“Renault Sport Formula One™ Team and Bell & Ross share a common goal of pushing the limits. This is extremely important for our brand this year and this partnership symbolizes what can be achieved when precision and speed come together. We have embarked upon an exciting journey with Renault Sport Formula One Team, and 2017 will be no different.” - said Carlos Rosillo.

BR03-94 RS17 Chronograph

Designed like an F1 engine

The design, inspired by Formula 1, brings together the latest technological advances and innovative materials used in the racing world. The watch features a ceramic case designed to withstand shock and a sporty carbon fibre dial that suits the motor racing world.

The lightweight, resilient material evokes the steering wheel of the Renault Sport Formula One (R.S.17) car. The chronograph display features yellow anodized aluminum - the iconic color used by Renault since they first entered Formula 1.

BR03-94 RS17 Chronograph

The partnership with the Renault Sport Formula One Team is a source of inspiration and continuous motivation for Bell & Ross. They integrate the best of motor racing, the king of sports: technology, mechanical expertise and materials. These exceptional timepieces not only display great originality, but push for excellence and accuracy at the highest levels. 

Renault Sport Formula One R.S.17 car

Technical Specifications

Movement: calibre BR-CAL.301. Automatic mechanical. Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds at 3 o’clock. Date.
Chronograph for short time periods: 30-min timer at 9 o’clock, central chronograph seconds. Tachymeter scale on the flange.
Water-resistance: 100 metres.

Case: 42 mm in diameter. Matt black ceramic.

Dial: carbon fibre. Metal applique Superluminova®-filled numerals. Metal skeleton Superluminova®-filled hour and minute hands.

Straps: woven black rubber and ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric.
Buckle: pin. Black PVD coated steel.

GBP 4,800 or USD 5980

Regards,

MTF