Bell & Ross Bellytanker Chronograph "Spritz o'Clock" Review
Brightly colored watches are one of the trends that has begun to surface as the world begins to take baby steps into what will eventually be our next normal. Bright colors and patterns are everywhere, signaling a return to exuberance and celebration that I think we all need this summer. And what better way to illustrate the joy of getting together with friends in the summer over a cocktail than the spritz?
The Bell & Ross Bellytanker Chronograph #SPRITZOCLOCK for Revolution does just that. It’s an uncharacteristically whimsical color for the Bellytanker line, with a bright orange dial and bezel. The orange theme is carried through to the rally-style strap. All of this orange is inspired by the spritz, a cocktail that is light, refreshing, and represents summer and camaraderie.
Fortunately for us here at RedBar HQ, our favorite cocktail bar in New York City, Amor y Amargo, just launched an outdoor cocktail program called Spritz by Amor y Amargo for the summer. Featuring eight unique spritz cocktails in an outdoor setting that was inspired by Italian piazzas, we felt it was the best place to take photos of this spritz-inspired timepiece.
The watch itself is a robust chronograph featuring the Bell & Ross caliber 301 automatic movement, with a 42 hour power reserve and water resistance to 100 meters, though we’re definitely going to change to a rubber strap before going in the water with this one. It’s in a 41mm case, but wears a bit smaller due to the short lugs, and is wearable on a variety of wrist sizes. The dial is the star of the show here, with a bright, glowing orange accented by darker orange subdials for legibility. The orange bezel with tachymeter scale complements the dial and rounds out what I think is the perfect summer watch.
For more info and pricing on the watch, head on over to Revolution here. And we’ll see you at Spritz by Amor y Amargo this summer!
Written by Kathleen McGivney
Photography by Jack Koto
