James Bond Watches and How Time Flies | A Discussion of 1960's to NOW!

A James Bond watch can create excitement and thrills for the Bond fans that appreciate them, but it's the emotional connection that make them something more than metal and parts. Come with us as we explore 60 years of James Bond watches as we WATCH and comment on some of our favorites.
Special thanks to Lorenzo from Omega Bond Watches for his discussion and expertise!
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[@johnchampion6926]

The personal favourite watch I own is the watch that Sean Connery wore in his introductory scene in Les Ambassadeurs in Dr. No. The watch itself was a Gruen Precision cal. 510, presumably from Connery's own collection. The watch itself did pop up in a lot of Connery's other films, onscreen like in YOLT when he cracks the safe and also both onscreen and offscreen in Goldfinger when he tracks Goldfinger into the Alps. It's a watch that is beautiful yet simple and something that I will never sell.

[@TheBondExperience]

WOW! AMazing watch and a part of history!

[@highdesertforester]

I'm retired and I will never spend $6,000 on a Tom Ford suit because where would I wear it? However I will spend $6,000 on an Omega Planet Ocean because I can wear it anywhere. Love mine!

[@TheBondExperience]

Good choice!

[@acornsucks2111]

That makes sense.

[@simonfirth2018]

My word this chap knows his stuff. Here only because I appreciate David's videos, I was transfixed by Lorenzo's knowledge and delivery. Very interesting indeed. Even as a non-lover or user of watches. Fascinating stuff!

[@omegabondwatches]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@alonsomatus92]

David, I absolutely love how you always highlight the lifestyle aspects of Bond, which is an integral part of the saga. Thanks to Bond I also started noticing stuff about watches, cars, drinks, fashion, etc. I love how it is also an integral part of your channel as well. Love hearing Bond fans geeking out about this kinda stuff.

[@michaelrivera2352]

I just picked up the planet ocean from the beginning of Skyfall and has instantly become one of my favorites in my collection.

[@TheBondExperience]

Great choice!

[@omegabondwatches]

This one secretly surprised me as great everyday wear. I though the size was going to be too overpowering instead it felt extremely durable and wore great on the wrist. Great choice!

[@daviddoherty5698]

I love the formate, i love the presentation of the power point. Very Bond type of feel. Very well thought in the master plan. 10/10

[@johncurley2]

The watch that Sean Connery is wearing the first time he says "Bond, James Bond" on screen is a Gruen Precision 510. It was Connery's own watch. The scene takes place in the casino in "Dr. No".

[@ignaciodiaz3804]

This, and you get a nice Gruen Precision for a pittance.

[@ΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΧΑΤΖΗΔΑΚΗΣ-ρ5σ]

After searching for a long time i finally found and bought a Gruen Precision 510, the exact edition that Connery wears! It is a very beautiful and elegant watch

[@King_Harrold]

Great video as ever gents. The pulsar reminds me of my Dad's alarm clocks as a kid growing up late 80s / early 90s

[@TheBondExperience]

LOL....I can see that!

[@omegabondwatches]

Good call 😂

[@ohroonoko]

Giant red LCD bedside clocks are the way to go. I’ve had one for 20 years because I’m shortsighted but I can see the time from a few feet away without my glasses on and the red glow doesn’t interfere with your sleep.

[@johncorcoran2569]

David! Best video ever! I’m a huge Bond, Rolex, Omega fan! Can’t wait for No Time to Die!

[@TheBondExperience]

You and me both!

[@omegabondwatches]

Thanks for watching

[@bobbycalifornia7077]

Lorenzo is a super nice guy. His collection is 🔥🔥🔥

[@TheBondExperience]

One of the nicest!

[@omegabondwatches]

Thanks for the kind words Bobby!

[@Jeff-11_354]

I love the 5513. Lazenby had one in On Her Majesty's Secret Service as well.

[@TheBondExperience]

It's an amazing watch!

[@kraitshakti]

An absolutely beautiful Rolex.

[@fromfinlandwithlove5276]

This was a super fun video! Love the talk about the design and the emotional side. Totally connect with your thoughts. Also got some clarifications and interesting new info!

[@Johnmhemp]

My first Bond watch was the Planet Ocean on the Black Rubber Strap. I got it the year before I got married which was lucky because I don't think I would have gotten it if I had a wife :-) I wore it everywhere. The Spectre Seamaster knocked me over so I had to have it...and since my income had increased...I did get it...Cut to last year and I bit the bullet and got the newest watch. It is so beautiful and I look forward to wearing it to the new film and wearing it out as we all begin to socialize again. Good topic...good video. Lorenzo has my favorite Instagram page. David has my favorite KZbin channel.

[@TheBondExperience]

You are too kind....and great moments for you in Bond watchery!

[@Johnmhemp]

@@TheBondExperience You can appreciate the trance that I was in after seeing Casino Royale. My wife says I looked stunned. You and I are the same age...I saw Connery on VHS from blockbuster rentals, I was old enough to see Roger Moore at the cinema...I really liked Brosnan alot....but Craig made me want to go out and drop money on the watch.

[@FromVadimWithLove]

Omega SM300P 2220.80.00 from Casino Royale is still my dream-watch.

[@imranbecks]

Casino Royale SMP watch is the 2220.80, not 2222.80.

[@FromVadimWithLove]

@@imranbecks Thank you, corrected))

[@TheBondExperience]

Great choice!

[@omegabondwatches]

Very classic watch. You won’t be disappointed.

[@jarrodlee1506]

Got it in black not too common.2006 to 2012

[@hudsonrilke]

The pulsar, these types of watch were brand new state of the art at the time. Interesting vid. Love the enthusiasm

[@Dr_LK]

The antimagnetic qualities of the new Omega’s are not dependent on the coaxial escapement mechanism, but on the choice of internal materials!

[@Kdb_stylin]

The breitling from thunderball speaks to me the most.its loud yet classy and its the most memorable for me when i think of bond watches

[@omegabondwatches]

It is very unique, great Bond watch for sure.

[@Re.Configured]

Lorenzo is living the dream! I'm impressed with his dedication to buy both both versions of the Aqua Terra. This might be a spoiler for NTTD, but it is in regards to watches only... But there are set photos of Bond wearing an Aqua Terra in Matera with his sloop suit. It might be the Spectre Aqua Terra, so maybe Lorenzo won't have to buy another lol. I like that because it helps establish continuity as well. Also my guess as to how he acquires the Diver 300M is when he returns to London, it is given to him to aid with whatever he is doing in the rest of the movie. Still it will be interesting as to how they fit the NTTD Diver 300M in the lore.

[@TheBondExperience]

Very cool!

[@omegabondwatches]

Confirmed that the AT in Spectre is indeed used in NTTD

[@There_Will_Be_Bond]

4.27 'I can't to bury you with that watch, it's something I'm really looking forward to next year'. (Spits cornflakes across room :-) ) great work gents, fun vid.

[@jmocasio777]

So happy that Lorenzo showed that vintage watch from the end of Spectre, we see it so quick and no one talks about it! Great content, David! I put a milanese mesh strap on a Orient Kanno, it would look more "Omega" though on the Orient Kamasu... Thoughts for frugal Bond??? 🤔😉

[@harryflashman2001]

Fantastic show David! I think the Seiko digital pieces suited Roger's tenure perfectly. A little more fun, but maybe less classic. Personally, my excitement for whoever replaces Craig is only matched by what they do for the next Bond watch. A GMT? A chronograph? Keep up the great content!

[@TheBondExperience]

Hmmmm, only TIME will tell but I am excited as well.

[@caseyzaft6734]

Omega is what you buy when you graduate high school and Rolex is what you buy when you become a success. Pierce Brosnan once said that.

[@markdeen9316]

I'm a Bond guy and I am a watch guy......thank you for posting this conversation.

[@Johnmhemp]

Lorenzo got me in touch last week with "his people" at his local boutique who special ordered me an item that I was told at 3 other boutiques couldn't be special ordered. So he is MY hero and has helped me reach a 3 year old "Bond wish". I know he used his clout and purchase history to get done what I couldn't. It will be on my wrist all summer until the new movie is released when I switch to wearing the new (geez now 2 years old) NTTD Seamaster all the time. He is a gentleman and a great friend to other Bond and Omega fans!

[@morgan97475]

Good discussion and review of Bond watches. Thanks, guys.

[@omegabondwatches]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Chase28ify]

I like to think the latest NTTD SM will have hidden gadgets that will surprise us in future Bond movies. Great episode Gents, keep it going. I really hope Omega stay part of Bond. I own the Casino Royale 2220.80. No gadgets but like that it was used as a knuckle duster in Venice. One of my top Bond movies.

[@themomentposters]

Great video, I managed to save and get myself the Aqua Terra from Spectre, made a poor financial decision as the main watch from the movie has soared in price, but I love it and don’t think I’ll ever sell it! 👏 Maybe a classic Rolex submariner one day if I could afford it!

[@nicktalksbond]

What an excellent discussion! Thank you very much ☺️ I am lucky enough to have the Skyfall Planet Ocean (with the 007 at 7) and it is amazing. I really really really wish I had the Spectre Seamaster 300m. That watch is just gorgeous.

[@DerAppleMacFan1]

Where did you got the Submariner with the Spoon ?

[@alexlamas6324]

I'm not in a tax bracket where I can spend what it takes for an Omega or Rolex but that hasn't stopped me. I have become a mini expert in finding "frugal Bond" watches that are very good quality watches in there own right but also evoke the same aesthetic and feel that some of these watches have. For the GoldenEye Omega I found the Certina DS Action Diver. Similar look but an actual ISO rated diver that scuba divers love for under $700. For the Connery's Rolex, Steinhart makes a version called the Vintage Ocean One with the Steinhart quality but it's not a $1M. For the Omega 300 from Spectre, either the Orient Kano or the Glycine Combat Sub is an excellent alternative. I have a few more and all of my watches don't add up to 1 Omega, maybe they do, but they are all respectable automatics mostly Swiss made and all popular with scuba divers and watch enthusiast. Your buddy TGV was a helpful source in finding out about these watches. What you think about this having these frugal Bond watches?

[@TheBondExperience]

I think the frugal watches are amazing...there are some great watch makers out there where they wont break the bank.

[@omegabondwatches]

There are always value to be had in the frugal timepiece. Suited to fit any watch enthusiast without breaking the bank! Kudos to you for following your passion

[@alexlamas6324]

@@omegabondwatches Thanks, I amassed a modest collection of Divers and racing chronographs. If I sold them all I could afford an Omega or 2 but I had so much fun researching all the other so called "entry level" watches that I'm not sure now I would trade that experience for owning 1 or 2 really good Omegas... But maybe I would, I go back and forth. Anyway great talk and great information.

[@DanielGaster]

I really enjoyed listening to this conversation. I got my watch 10 years ago, my connection was Brosnan but loved Casino Royale so much that the Seamaster Diver was the obvious choice to link both.

[@alencode]

What a nice chat!!! About Goldfinger watch, I'm not really sure if the bracelet didn't fit, because on Dr No and FRWL Sean use the same Rolex on a Leather Strap

[@alencode]

Really...I LOOOOOVE SO MUCH THIS CHAT!!! 🤩

[@20thcenturyboy85]

Great video content. LOVE the discussion and passion!

[@dakotarayprice]

I m 23 I like Old school wist watch and Old school suit

[@TheBondExperience]

Good for you...that's awesome!

[@omegabondwatches]

Every gentleman deserves a classic wrist watch.

[@ohroonoko]

Hamilton reissued the Pulsar in 2020. Except instead of “Pulsar” it says Hamilton because Seiko bought the Pulsar trademark from Hamilton in 1979. It was only the 2nd mass-produced quartz watch ever (Seiko released the Astron a few months earlier in on Christmas Day 1969). These watches ushered in the quartz watch era that decimated the mechanical watch industry.

[@markmarshall2187]

I love your channel. Im disabled and live on a fixed income. I lost my fiance 7/3/2020 on my birthday. Watching helps. Ive been a bond fan since I was a kid. My fiance and I were both bond fans. I feel like you're a friend. Tara was all I had. Now im all alone, i have nobody. I never been alone in my life. Watching keeps me company. Thanks.

[@schmidt2697]

Hang in there Mark! This community is great and I know there are people out there that would love to share their experiences with you! You’re not alone!

[@markmarshall2187]

@@schmidt2697 thanks

[@markmarshall2187]

Can someone out there please help me. Im not in good health and im all alone.

[@TheDriver86]

Great video!! Been following his Instagram for a while and it’s cool to actual know the man behind it.

[@TheBondExperience]

Many thanks!

[@omegabondwatches]

Thank you for following!

[@neilharrison1420]

that was amazing,thank you so much for sharing.

[@TheBondExperience]

Our pleasure!

[@omegabondwatches]

Thanks for “watching “ 😉

[@harrylewis2040]

Love your context great video, I want a seamaster so bad 😩

[@TheBondExperience]

Thanks so much!

[@omegabondwatches]

Keep at it, I know you’ll have it 😊

[@davids.6813]

Well done Gents! Very fun to watch as a fellow watch geek 🤓

[@faisalahmed1982]

Omega is Bond's watch! Its more sportier.....

[@TheBondExperience]

Its a winner for sure.

[@omegabondwatches]

It’s been a very fruitful partnership

[@yusakufudo367]

From all this watches, smart watches are the way to go👍🏼

[@TheBondExperience]

They serve their purpose....but traditional watches are classic.

[@renekauts8323]

I think the best watches are in FRWL, GF, TB, LALD(I mean analog one, not that awful digital in the beginning!), TMWTGG(great-great!) and of course all Brosnan's, especially that Omega "GoldenEye"(1995) watch!!! Gorgeous!!! *** And sadly, there are so many great films with so many awful watches: TSWLM, MR, FYEO, OP..........

[@TheBondExperience]

Can't argue there!

[@omegabondwatches]

Agree!

[@klaushergersheimer8315]

Great vid, thanks gents 😀

[@chriswilson3126]

I'm gonna get an omega one day, but my house needs work first.

[@treadstone1970]

Curious whether watches are still a thing today with cell phones to tell the time.

[@TheBondExperience]

To many they love the elegance and the pomp and circumstance of them.

[@clayfallis9169]

Yes they are. I bought a NTTD Seamaster today

[@ohroonoko]

The Skyfall Seamaster 300 is my favorite Bond watch. Omega has an updated version with the lollipop second hand, patina markers and NATO strap. But it isn’t as nice as the Skyfall.

[@thomasmargolis3313]

The watches are memorable, notwithstanding the future of the bond franchise, but that is another topic.

[@DavidMartin-vh4gx]

Tremendous video, really interesting. Now, which one of those beauties featured do I buy....???

[@omegabondwatches]

Depends on your taste 😃 are you looking for a dress watch or an everyday wear?

[@DavidMartin-vh4gx]

@@omegabondwatches Rolex Sub has been my watch of choice up to now, so the Omega equivalent...?

[@omegabondwatches]

I would look at the Planet Ocean if you want something similar to a Sub

[@DavidMartin-vh4gx]

@@omegabondwatches That's great, thank you. I really enjoyed this video, & have happily subscribed to your instagram channel. Wish you all the best.

[@johnravioli6670]

Oh yessss !!!!

[@TheBondExperience]

Yes, yes!

[@omegabondwatches]

1000 times yes 🙌🏽

[@ΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΧΑΤΖΗΔΑΚΗΣ-ρ5σ]

The Rolex Submariner 6538 is also called the "Big Crown" and nicknamed "The Bond Submariner". Connery wears it in the 4 first Bond movies (Dr No - FRWL - Goldfinger - Thunderball). You have forgotten to mention that Connery also wears as a dress watch a golden plated Gruen Percision 510 in Dr. No, Goldfinger and YOLT. And before Roger Moore, George Lazenby was the first to wear the Rolex Submariner 5513 in OHMSS. My Regards

[@goldengooner5654]

A bit late to the party, i have the 40th Anniversary and like you David have the Casino Royale on the rubber, stunning watch and as you say it's massive, have decided to get the NTTD watch, got to admit was in 2 minds, but after this video going to go for it. But they are not holding their price, I can get one for £1300 British pounds cheaper, around $1800, but have a feeling that once the film is out, it will shoot up in price. I mean it's been on sale for nearly 2 years and the 2021 version is different to the film version, as the bracelet has been changed a bit I think as it broke on some models if you changed it over to much to the NATO. But why do you think that with this watch they never made it a Limited Edition ?

[@qd6qIvV]

If we were to be accurate and put contractual obligations to one side...which black dial Rolex should bond wear - Submariner or Explorer?

[@MFloresReviews]

Really need the NTTD watch 😂 The ultimate Bond watch

[@TheBondExperience]

I really like it too!

[@omegabondwatches]

You will not be disappointed!

[@williamcoolidge9884]

You introduced the Quantum of Solace watch at 24:40 and never said what model it was, its size, or reference number. :(

[@omegabondwatches]

2008 - Quantum of Solace Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 42mm Co-Axial Ref# 2201.50.00

[@kylethecool360northrup]

I would love to have the red grant watch

[@johnwalters4792]

I got a Casio data bank watch from my late dad at Christmas 1996. In my imagination that is my James Bond watch.

[@clayfallis9169]

Bought an Omega No Time To Die on a NATO today

[@ohroonoko]

My first “nice” watch was a Seamaster 300M Professional Diver automatic (Brosnan’s watch) that I picked up in 2001 after I saw a co-worker wearing one. I’ve noticed that Joe Biden also wears one and so does Prince Charles lol. Later versions lost the wavy lines on the dial and went to solid blue. Them they returned to the wavy lines but they look more conspicuous. The original is the best IMO.

[@NH1973]

I'm not sure the explanation for the narrow nylon strap in Goldfinger is correct. In Thunderball, he has the same watch and it is still on a narrow 16mm strap.

[@jeffphillips1941]

I’m not a watch guy but love the bond watches...this was a really great discussion . I think the Rolex are fantastic OHMSS is a beautiful looking watch... Omega meh 🤣 I just don’t get that spark.

[@schmidt2697]

Well if you haven’t tried an Omega ok in person you have to! Seeing is truly believing what makes these pieces so special. The subtle details make these pieces sing

[@anthonytripp2251]

Where's the Gruen 501?

[@ohroonoko]

Memory Bank watches were for storing phone numbers.

[@thesneakertifosi]

One tinny issue with this vid for the 6538 the strap he has on it is a pass through and not a NATO. The NATO came out in 1973 while Goldfinger was 1962. Just a fun fact. :)

[@markmarshall2187]

P.s. im not in the best of health. Im going keep watching for as long as I can. My health has deteriorated since she passed. I have dental issues that has hurt my health.

[@phmwu7368]

The quintessential wrist watch connected to the world of James Bond must definitively be the classic " time only " Rolex Explorer, as worn by British author Ian Fleming, a sportswatch he wrote about, intended for Commander Bond...

[@somenerdthx]

i have the goldeneye omega

[@jaysterling26]

From what little I've read there's at least three versions of whose watch the first iconic Rolex actually was. I think the truth is now b(ey)ond recoverable. Is it still possible for tourists to buy watches in London & claim the tax back at the airport?

[@TheBondExperience]

It was the last time I was there.

[@gachachampion7895]

Why don't James Bond wear a Casio G-Shock? They're tough, durable, rugged, shock-resistant, perfect for the Bond action.

[@karltimpany9833]

Product placement.. Enough said.

[@htos]

Ethan hunt wears one as he is more of a modern spy. Bond was written in the 50s and is a fancy British man where style and luxury comes first

[@TheBondExperience]

It would be a good watch...rugged, at least for his missions.

[@omegabondwatches]

Could happen in Bond 26 😉

[@deadaccount6616]

James Bond is supposed to wear good looking watches.

[@dakotarayprice]

I like small wist watch

[@TheBondExperience]

That's the great thing about watches...so many to suit so many tastes.

[@omegabondwatches]

Nothing wrong with smaller case size. Do you 🙌🏽

[@joytekb]

Although it sounds strange Apple watches will become obsolete, outdated, and silly, technology in forty years, exactly the same as Bond digital watches from the past.

[@TheBondExperience]

Totally agree!

[@JaegerZ3]

We need to acknowledge that one's personal style, aura and behavior are crucial to how an accessory/cloth is worn and presented; Consider that Moore is wearing the 0674 in the whole Mujaba club / Pyramid site / Desert / Sail boat sequence, while wearing a tux and black tie; who else could walk, talk, act in such style that this ridiculous combination of attire would "pass" almost unnoticed? Moore might had flaws, but I can think of no other actor/person who could have pulled that one off; it's his class and finesse that actually make a Seiko digital watch go black tie formal.

[@simoneravenda5252]

Actually the very first bond watch is from a vintage brand called gruen :) nobody knows that, gruen was pretty famous in the 50s, u can get that watch for maybe 100/150 dollars

[@crashdirection2331]

Hey! Not sure this is the best place for this comment! I’m a new subscriber and was really curious to know if you have a Walther PPK replica collection/recommendation? I think that might make a neat video as well. Perhaps to discuss different budget options?

[@matthewsliwerski6036]

I think some of the watches shown in the movies are a cool time capsule of the technology at the time, especially the digital watch worn by Roger Moore in the beginning of Live and Let Die. I’ll admit I wouldn’t mind having a nice Omega for going out, but have more pressing financial obligations and goals. That said, there are many watches out there for far less money that keep better time and don’t need servicing, watch winders, battery changes, and subject to falling out of fashion. An overpriced luxury watch just makes someone look like a well-to-do geezer. I don’t want to spend a lot on something that makes me look old, ha…. The only trendy watch to wear out there seems to be something like the Apple Watch. Younger generations don’t even fancy watches anymore unless it’s wearable tech. Increased sales of wearable tech and the decline in Swiss watch sales support this. I think fancy watches will be here for a while, but may have seen their peak🤔.

[@jaysterling26]

Your point It's interesting : I've read(?) that gen-z caveats authenticy so watches ( esp. smaller) will still be around in some form.. Then again, one looks at some items & their market is literally dying . So, I'm going to invest in Baby-Gs.

[@matthewsliwerski6036]

Ha! It’s funny you mention that as I actually have a few g-shocks myself, solar powered, atomic or Bluetooth time keeping, quick to read layout, and cheap to replace. Great for the gym counting time between sets and weekend beater wear…

[@TheBondExperience]

Dunno...I see a lot of younger peeps with a penchant for nice watches....some even gravitate to the 80s vintage ones.

[@matthewsliwerski6036]

That’s fair. I’m sure there will always be some young people out there looking for things with more refinement. 👍🏼

[@omegabondwatches]

Well they definitely aren’t for everyone and that’s absolutely okay. I understand your perspective, however the Swiss watch market has been around for generations and sales haven’t decreased if anything the lesser brands have not survived and the stronger brands have evolved. Omega has continued to raise the bar in production quality and innovation.

[@ankamalight1]

Great show thanks. George Lazenby wore 2 watches in OHMSS. The Rolex Chronograph and the Rolex Submariner 5513, it is the 5513 which he takes off and puts on the table when cracking the safe. The 5513 is in fact used in OHMSS, Live and Let Die (the magnetic shield/buzzsaw), and Man With The Golden Gun. Although not worn by Timothy Dalton in The Living Daylight, I’ve read that it was worn by his stunt double and was recently sold at auction.

[@omegabondwatches]

You are correct, I miss spoke both are great watches.

[@htos]

I don’t think the 6238 has a red hand

[@TheBondExperience]

Hmmmm, I have no idea?

[@htos]

@@TheBondExperience just checked, generally it wasnt made with a red seconds hand but the screen accurate one was fitted with one :)

[@stuartsmith5308]

The Aston had revolving number plates. How about a Bond digital Casio watch with revolving clock face turns into a digital Seiko. Or an Omega watch with revolving clock face turns into a Rolex.

[@sawchiefs29]

Doesn't time fly?

[@JamesBond-lj6ms]

I have to buy budget homage watches. I would be happy if I could just afford a plain blue seamaster 300.

[@aleksandarmarkovic4992]

The submariner zulu strap wasnt unintentional, accident by the prop staff beleave you me, it suits Bond to the teeth to wear it on a military nato.

[@TheBondExperience]

Great point!

[@yvonnerogers6429]

😎😎😎🙏

[@dominiksiwiec707]

Idk why Sean Connery has Rolex on this weardly looking nato, because he has this watch on leather strap in "Dr. No" and "From Russia with love" 🤔

[@harryflashman2001]

True, but legend has it that watch belonged to director Terence Young for those first two films. As Guy Hamilton directed the third, no doubt it's a different watch (Cubby's).

[@marklawrence855]

I think Rolex, is the best watch ⌚ for Bond

[@acornsucks2111]

Some of these digital watches just don't cut it for me. Bond is timeless, not state of the art.

[@craigmoorebrightsparkprodu799]

Craig's watches have generally been very underwhelming. The latest model on display for NTTD is incredibly tacky looking. Omega need to get their act together, as they would have been long gone as a brand had GE not made the Seamaster so popular and they arguably haven't really topped that watch in the 26 years since.

[@TheBondExperience]

Tosca isn't for everyone.... :)

[@williamcoolidge9884]

I disagree 100% The Craig watches are amazing.

[@schmidt2697]

I have to completely disagree. Craig’s watches have been a masterclass in refined strength and design. As mentioned by Lorenzo in the video, these pieces exude style, are technologically advanced, and over-engineered. To say the most recent NTTD Seamaster is tacky is a silly comment. Sure it may not be for everyone, that’s ok, you don’t have to own it. But this timepiece was designed to celebrate the original Omega Seamasters that were in fact issued to the British military during WWII. These early aviators and naval “frogmen” strapped these pieces on their wrists and took them into battle. They relied on their accuracy and performance as a tool for their trade. Omega provided the British Military with over 110,000 watches for use during the war. So although it is not a direct reproduction of those original timepieces, it is certainly inspired by them. The NTTD watch is understated, robust, and now fitted with an anti-magnetic movement (over 15,000 Gauss)-something even Rolex cannot match. It is the perfect timepiece for the modern spy. Period.

[@craigmoorebrightsparkprodu799]

@@schmidt2697 Fair enough, won't argue against someone who likes it. But it looks awful and more than a little cheap to me. It doesn't really matter to me what its origin story is. I only judge it on the merits of whether I would have it on my wrist or not, and I'd take a lot of the previous Seamasters every single time. I don't think there's anything silly about that, personally!

[@gmh101358]

The only true Bond watch is of course Rolex....In my 64 years Ive collected 13 models.....My fav are Subs, GMT, Daytona and Datejust. I have no Milgauss r YM models....the ones I wear the most are 40mm ceramic sub, Pepsi and Coke GMT's....TT Daytona blue face, and simple TT white face 36 mm DJ. I dont like the huge over 40mm watches.....IMHO they look like an alarm clock some rapper would wear tied on his wrist, My only Omega Is the moon watch made in 78. Living in the Dallas sub I carry a gun(s) always with 20k or more on your wrist you have to....sometime i carry the PPK 380 but being a blow back small pistol....I dont carry it much....now that glock has a 380 I carry it in a should holster along with 2 extra mags....or a Colt .38 Diamondback 2.5 inch with Winchester silvertips....in the glock just 95 gr round nose. For really extra protection I carry a Ruger LCP 380 in a Ankle holster if im wearing long pants which is a few times a year since I retired a few years back when my wife died. I dont drive expensive cars.....2020 Jeep GC and for my toy a 08 Bullitt Mustang. I could a Ferrari if i wanted to but now that im old i dont like to attract attention on myself.

[@ΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΧΑΤΖΗΔΑΚΗΣ-ρ5σ]

THE ORIGINAL JAMES BOND WRISTWATCH: A) The Rolex Submariner was introduced in 1953 and it was the first true diver's watch that surerceeded the depth rate of 100 meters (The Blancpain FF which was introduced the same year had a depth rate of only 91 meters). The Omega Seamaster diver was introduced 4 years later, in 1957! B) The Rolex Submariner ref. 6538/A and the following ref. 5512 were chosen by Britain's MOD (Ministry of Defence) as the official watches for naval officers, SEALS and Special Forces (SAS and SBS) during the period 1956 - 1967. In 1967, MOD attempted to replace Rolex with the Omega Seamaster ref. 165.024. But due to problems with Omega's "naiad crown" which was leaking in shalow waters, in 1971 MOD made again the Rolex Submariner ref. 5513/5517 it's official military watch. C) Ian Fleming, wrote in his novels that James Bond wears "a heavy Rolex Oyster Perpetual on an expanding metal bracelet”. He knew that this was the correct choise for a naval officer. D) The Rolex Submariner is immortalized in the first Bond movies as the original and most iconic James Bond's wristwatch. In conclusion: The Rolex Submariner is historically more accurate than the Omega Seamaster as the wristwatch of James Bond, because it has a) reacher history, b) better naval - military connection, c) connection with the literal Bond of the Fleming novels d) connection with the cinematic Bond of the first and most iconic Bond movies. My Best Regards

[@darrenfry4695]

Digital watches imo are the worst , I suppose they're ok for little kids but for bond no way lol but that's the 70/s for ya , hope they never come back, horrible watches

[@donovaneddiealanhodges1499]

I can bet that the Octopussy TV watch could be in auction for $45,000.

[@pczTV]

Bond is Rolex. The other brands bought their way in. Omega , to me, is just a pretentious imposter.

[@omegabondwatches]

Lindy Hemming, the Oscar-winning costume designer, was responsible for casting 007’s watch in GoldenEye. She said, “I was convinced that Commander Bond, a naval man, a diver and a discreet gentleman of the world would wear the Seamaster with the blue dial.”

[@pczTV]

@@omegabondwatches With a name like Omega bond watches, I would hope that you're a fan of that brand! LOL. I suppose I was a bit sharp with my comment. But I submit: Flemming wore a rolex, wrote bond with a Rolex and Connery wore one. It could (easily) be argued that I'm a dinosaur stuck in the Connery era but it seems that the rolex is the iconic bond watch. With all due respect to Lindy, in my opinion the Omega's seem more 'stylized'... not as 'rugged' looking as the rolex... On a personal level, where do I spend my own money? I own two rolex and no omegas.

[@ΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΧΑΤΖΗΔΑΚΗΣ-ρ5σ]

@@omegabondwatches Ian Fleming, author of Bond and ex naval officer himself, wrote that his hero wears a Rolex. That is because at the time, the official MOD (Ministry of Defence) watch for naval officers, SEALS and divers was the Rolex Submariner ref. 6538/A (1955 - 1959) and ref. 5512 (1959 - 1967). In 1967, MOD replaced Rolex for the Omega Seamaster 300 ref. 165.024. But due to problems with Omega's naiad crown in 1971 MOD replaced again the Omega with the Rolex Submariner ref. 5513/5517. So both Rolex and Omega have a naval military backround, but Rolex has a longer connection. In conlusion, Rolex is historically more accurate for James Bond a) as a Fleming character b) as a naval officer and c) as a cinematic character (because it is the first and most iconic watch in the Bond films).