What began in 1992 as a university project for designer Bruno Belamich and business brain Carlos Rosillo is now a leading name in the watch biz. The original concept was to make watches that had seemingly been ripped from the cockpit of fighter jets, with the first model, the BR-01, featuring a ‘soft square’ case and toploading screws. But at 46mm it was too big for some, so smaller versions were introduced. Of these, the 42mm BR-03, above, has been especially popular – and the trend for downsizing has seen it reduced by 1mm around the edges and given thinner lugs and more rounded corners. Six designs are available.
Bell & Ross BR-03, from £3200. bellross.com