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Model Name:
Bell & Ross Bellytanker Negronitime for The Rake LE-50
Reference:
BRV2-94-S
Price ($)
$
4500
Country:
France
A.I. Rating
8
Crowd Rating:
1865
Watch Description
When 2020 happened and the lockdowns began, the Negroni somehow gained a different and, to us, even more important significance.
It became a symbol of resistance against the encroaching darkness. It was almost as if, amid the miasma of confusion, its bright red colour stood out like a steadfast beacon of solidarity.
More and more around the world, it seemed like Negronis were raised almost like defiant middle fingers at the Covid pandemic, as if to say it would not crush our spirits.
As we worked on the Covid-19 Solidarity Auction run by The Rake and Revolution, which raised over USD 280,000 for organisations such as the NHS in England and the Red Cross in Italy, it was a Negroni that we would often reward ourselves with the end of each day, oftentimes with a photograph uploaded to Instagram pages such as @wei_koh_revolution, @therake and @revolution.watch with the uniting hashtag, #NEGRONITIME. Then an interesting conversation with Bell & Ross Co-founder & CEO, Carlos Rosillo occurred.
It seemed like a foregone conclusion as we discussed the phenomenon of the Negroni, which had gone from a cocktail to an incredible community symbol, to create a watch inspired by the Negroni to symbolise the friendships and shared moments we all miss so much.
We discovered that a Negroni possesses a colour unique in the world.
It is neither red nor orange, and depending on how the light hits, it can have an amber halo and even pockets of deep ruby red.
After a great deal of exchange on Pantones, we finally arrived at a colour that we feel perfectly represents the colour of a Negroni.
The dial on this 50-piece limited edition is one which uses both a sunray finish and many layers of lacquer to create an almost liquid-like hyperlush effect.
As a way of saying thanks for your continued support, your watch will also come with a WM Brown X WOLF Watch Roll, crafted in classic smooth brown leather and lined with a Negroni tweed.
The roll features WOLF’s patented Watch Guards to keep your timepieces protected, for when we can travel to meet for that drink, soon enough.
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47.5
22
13.6
100
Steel - 316L
Round
Sapphire
Automatic
Caliber BR-CAL301
42
Red
A.I. Watch Review:
# **Bell & Ross Bellytanker Negronitime for The Rake LE-50 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics**
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## **Watch Summary**
The **Bell & Ross Bellytanker Negronitime for The Rake LE-50** is a **limited-edition timepiece** created in collaboration with *The Rake* and inspired by the **high-speed aesthetic of vintage bellytanker race cars**. Limited to only **50 pieces**, this watch blends **retro racing influences with Bell & Ross’ signature aviation-inspired design**.
Housed in a **stainless steel 41mm case with a copper-colored sunburst dial**, the Negronitime exudes a **warm, vintage appeal**, complemented by black subdials that enhance its **panda chronograph layout**. The **BR-CAL.301 automatic movement**, based on the ETA 2894-2, provides **a 42-hour power reserve** with a two-register chronograph function. Paired with a perforated **racing-style leather strap**, the watch embodies the spirit of **mid-century motorsport and classic watchmaking aesthetics**.
This **stylish and rare chronograph** is perfect for **watch enthusiasts who appreciate automotive-inspired designs and limited-edition exclusivity**.
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## **Overall Watch Rating: 8.0/10.0**
- **Material Metric (8.8/10.0)**
- **Well-finished stainless steel case with a polished and brushed contrast**.
- **Sapphire crystal provides durability and scratch resistance**.
- **High-quality leather strap enhances its vintage racing aesthetic**.
- **Brand Metric (8.5/10.0)**
- **Bell & Ross is a respected luxury brand known for its aviation and automotive-themed timepieces**.
- **Though younger than many luxury brands, it has established a strong identity in motorsports and military-inspired watchmaking**.
- **Dials & Design Metric (8.4/10.0)**
- **The copper sunburst dial with black subdials creates a striking contrast**.
- **Vintage chronograph aesthetic with legible numerals and classic hands**.
- **Limited-edition branding adds an extra layer of collectibility**.
- **Rarity Metric (8.3/10.0)**
- **With only 50 pieces produced, this is a highly exclusive model**.
- **Designed for a niche market, making it a desirable collector’s item**.
- **Movement Metric (8.0/10.0)**
- **Powered by the BR-CAL.301 (ETA 2894-2 base), a reliable automatic chronograph movement**.
- **42-hour power reserve is standard but not exceptional for a chronograph**.
- **While functional, the finishing is industrial rather than artisanal**.
- **History & Innovation Metric (7.8/10.0)**
- **Bell & Ross is not historically known for chronographs, but the Bellytanker series is a strong example of vintage automotive-inspired design**.
- **The collaboration with The Rake adds a cultural and fashion-oriented dimension**.
- **Versatility Metric (7.7/10.0)**
- **Sporty yet refined enough for casual and semi-formal settings**.
- **More of a collector’s or enthusiast’s piece rather than an all-purpose daily wear watch**.
- **Functions Metric (7.5/10.0)**
- **Chronograph function adds utility for timing events**.
- **Lume on hands and indices provides low-light legibility**.
- **100m water resistance is decent but not outstanding for a sports chronograph**.
- **Complications Metric (7.3/10.0)**
- **Two-register chronograph is well-executed but lacks additional complications**.
- **No date function, GMT, or tachymeter, which limits its feature set**.
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## **Celebrity & Historical Figures**
While this particular model is extremely limited, **Bell & Ross watches** are worn by various celebrities, including:
- **Brad Pitt** – Seen wearing multiple Bell & Ross models.
- **Tom Hardy** – Frequently wears aviation and military-inspired watches, including Bell & Ross.
- **David Beckham** – A known watch collector with an affinity for sporty timepieces like Bell & Ross.
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