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Pghwatch · 22 October 2012, 07:26 AM

I sure wish Bond was wearing the Sky Dweller in the new Bond film.

Nothing against Omega but Bond should always wear a Rolex IMO.

The GMT Master · 22 October 2012, 07:34 AM

If Rolex won't pay, they won't get the gig

And, for the record, Bond as a character doesn't tend to wear flashy watches - never has done in the novels, that's for sure. In the most recent novel, he was wearing a 34mm OP Date - purely functional, much like the Planet Ocean, in that respect

SeamasterGMT · 23 October 2012, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

If Rolex won't pay, they won't get the gig

And, for the record, Bond as a character doesn't tend to wear flashy watches - never has done in the novels, that's for sure. In the most recent novel, he was wearing a 34mm OP Date - purely functional, much like the Planet Ocean, in that respect

Neither did he wear Crockett & Jones, Tom Ford, Armani etc etc. But, if you want to analyze which watch a "real" James bond" might wear, considering he is supposed to be ex special services, the SBS used to be issued with a SeamasterGMT (don't know if they still are).
I would say someone out in the field for MI6 is more likely to wear a G-shock than anything else. Then again, special forces guys will always want the "shiny things" if they can get their hands on them.

Israguard · 22 October 2012, 07:35 AM

It's all about the $$$$$.

Tony-GB · 22 October 2012, 07:40 AM

Bond is a fictitious character and doesn't exist in real life. In his world run by Eon productions, he'll wear, drink or drive whatever someone is willing to pay.

I'd rather know and see pics of what my TRF colleagues are wearing and enjoying with their families and friends.

Fleming didn't even rate Rolex. He only made Bond wear a Rolex because it could be used as a knuckle duster!

Gary Busey · 9 November 2012, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Bond is a fictitious character and doesn't exist in real life. In his world run by Eon productions, he'll wear, drink or drive whatever someone is willing to pay.

I'd rather know and see pics of what my TRF colleagues are wearing and enjoying with their families and friends.

Fleming didn't even rate Rolex. He only made Bond wear a Rolex because it could be used as a knuckle duster!

Bond is fictitious, except he isint.
His caracter is based on a Serbian double agent called ''tricycle'' because he liked menages à trois. check it
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dusko_Popov

GeoGio Greece · 22 October 2012, 07:36 AM

+ 1 , plus the fact that after Felix Baumgartner's Jump, how can one claim a "Sky Fall" and be taken seriously ?????

ronbo710 · 22 October 2012, 10:12 AM

Maybe now he goes by Baumgartner, Felix Baumgartner :D

Speed · 22 October 2012, 07:38 AM

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

Tony-GB · 22 October 2012, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

:r ofl:

I'm with you!! Bond is boring!!!!

z32turbo · 22 October 2012, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

Nope your not alone. Nothing wrong with Bond but his movies don't do anything for me and I don't read so the books have no value to me as well.

Lrd2sea · 10 November 2012, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by z32turbo

Nope your not alone. Nothing wrong with Bond but his movies don't do anything for me and I don't read so the books have no value to me as well.

Here hear.
What entertainers wear have absolutely no meaning to me, let along what they wear when they are on stages/in movies.

Dr. Robert · 10 November 2012, 04:57 PM

I saw the film tonight....oh boy.....Bond is still Bond....a most excellent film.
P.S. I wore my sub to counteract the many shots of various Omeeeeega watches.

dsio · 10 November 2012, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I saw the film tonight....oh boy.....Bond is still Bond....a most excellent film.
P.S. I wore my sub to counteract the many shots of various Omeeeeega watches.

Could always take it as an opportunity to upgrade ;)

handsfull · 22 October 2012, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

No, count me in on the club

superdog · 22 October 2012, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

Not the only one.

While I do like the movies, I don't care what kind of watch he is wearing.

versatile1 · 22 October 2012, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

I haven't seen the last 3 Bond films. Maybe 4.
How many has Daniel Craig done now? Last one I saw was that other guy!

TARDIS · 22 October 2012, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by versatile1

I haven't seen the last 3 Bond films. Maybe 4.
How many has Daniel Craig done now? Last one I saw was that other guy!

There was only one Bond and that was SC.

DC doesn't fit the bill IMO. A sawn off 007?

Rolex used to be worn in the first Bond movies with SC. I think Rolex matured a bit since then.

JP Chestnut · 9 November 2012, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by versatile1

I haven't seen the last 3 Bond films. Maybe 4.
How many has Daniel Craig done now? Last one I saw was that other guy!

The first Craig-Bond movie was the only one I've liked in my lifetime (33 years). I think the new one is the third.

donas · 23 October 2012, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Man.

I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

Nope, I'm in that club as well. Bond movies just seem ridiculous and boring to me.

Dr. Robert · 9 November 2012, 08:13 AM

I'm a big fan of the Bond films........but now that Bond wears an Ommeeeeega....I look away when he flashes his wrist....bah humbug...at least I wear my sub when I watch a Bond film.

datejusting · 11 November 2012, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by speed

man.

I must be the only rolex owner who could not give a monkey's bum about "bond"

x2

joe100 · 22 October 2012, 07:45 AM

They'd know he was a spy instantly. Only a state-sponsored spy agency like MI6 could afford one in the first place.

landroverking · 22 October 2012, 08:10 AM

In Bond movies more non Rolexes than Rolexes have been worn.

dalip · 22 October 2012, 08:35 AM

Rolex don't seem interested in fictional characters. It lowers the class of the brand IMHO and I'd really hate to see Rolex choose to actually pay to have this association.

Omega can flog more planet oceans this way no doubt. Much like the 007 editions they release. It works for them as there are clearly those who will pay big $$$ to have the bond watch.

But I find the whole marketing stance cheapens the brand, who seem to be attempting to develop their stance among the higher tier watch companies.

Roller07 · 22 October 2012, 08:38 AM

You have to pay.....to play

Ardalan · 9 November 2012, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Roller07

You have to pay.....to play

+1

Cronus4 · 22 October 2012, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Rolex don't seem interested in fictional characters. It lowers the class of the brand IMHO and I'd really hate to see Rolex choose to actually pay to have this association.

Omega can flog more planet oceans this way no doubt. Much like the 007 editions they release. It works for them as there are clearly those who will pay big $$$ to have the bond watch.

But I find the whole marketing stance cheapens the brand, who seem to be attempting to develop their stance among the higher tier watch companies.

I agree with the cheapening comment. Although almost the entire cast of the Expendables was wearing Panerai's and I don't feel like that cheapened their brand...though I suppose that could be debated.

capote · 22 October 2012, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Rolex don't seem interested in fictional characters. It lowers the class of the brand IMHO and I'd really hate to see Rolex choose to actually pay to have this association.

Lots of Rolex/Tudors in the latest Mission Impossible movie.

Muaitai · 22 October 2012, 08:46 AM

I don't think Rolex needs that kind of marketing, Rolex is well know worldwide and stands to a higher standard, its basically a life style brand IMHO.

22 October 2012, 07:26 AM	#1
Pghwatch Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 88	Skyfall, Bond I sure wish Bond was wearing the Sky Dweller in the new Bond film. Nothing against Omega but Bond should always wear a Rolex IMO.

22 October 2012, 07:40 AM	#5
Tony-GB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Oxfordshire, UK Watch: 116680 & 116622 Posts: 3,953	Bond is a fictitious character and doesn't exist in real life. In his world run by Eon productions, he'll wear, drink or drive whatever someone is willing to pay. I'd rather know and see pics of what my TRF colleagues are wearing and enjoying with their families and friends. Fleming didn't even rate Rolex. He only made Bond wear a Rolex because it could be used as a knuckle duster! __________________ "...why oh why, didn't I take the blue pill...?" http://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ www.cheetah.org

22 October 2012, 07:36 AM	#7
GeoGio Greece "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: George Location: Athens, Greece Watch: es --> A lot ! Posts: 2,327	+ 1 , plus the fact that after Felix Baumgartner's Jump, how can one claim a "Sky Fall" and be taken seriously ????? __________________ Rolex owner since 1971. 5513 and 16700 the loved ones. DJ WG Jubilee 16170 for wife - U series Oyster Perpetual WG 177234 for daughter V-series

10 November 2012, 04:57 PM	#13
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 63,946	I saw the film tonight....oh boy.....Bond is still Bond....a most excellent film. P.S. I wore my sub to counteract the many shots of various Omeeeeega watches. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

9 November 2012, 08:13 AM	#21
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 63,946	I'm a big fan of the Bond films........but now that Bond wears an Ommeeeeega....I look away when he flashes his wrist....bah humbug...at least I wear my sub when I watch a Bond film. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

22 October 2012, 07:34 AM	#2
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	If Rolex won't pay, they won't get the gig And, for the record, Bond as a character doesn't tend to wear flashy watches - never has done in the novels, that's for sure. In the most recent novel, he was wearing a 34mm OP Date - purely functional, much like the Planet Ocean, in that respect

22 October 2012, 07:35 AM	#4
Israguard "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 859	It's all about the $$$$$.

22 October 2012, 10:12 AM	#8
ronbo710 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ron Location: US Watch: 118206/SD Posts: 431	Maybe now he goes by Baumgartner, Felix Baumgartner :D

22 October 2012, 07:38 AM	#9
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Man. I must be the only Rolex owner who could not give a Monkey's Bum about "Bond"

22 October 2012, 07:45 AM	#23
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	They'd know he was a spy instantly. Only a state-sponsored spy agency like MI6 could afford one in the first place. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

22 October 2012, 08:10 AM	#24
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	In Bond movies more non Rolexes than Rolexes have been worn.

22 October 2012, 08:35 AM	#25
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Rolex don't seem interested in fictional characters. It lowers the class of the brand IMHO and I'd really hate to see Rolex choose to actually pay to have this association. Omega can flog more planet oceans this way no doubt. Much like the 007 editions they release. It works for them as there are clearly those who will pay big $$$ to have the bond watch. But I find the whole marketing stance cheapens the brand, who seem to be attempting to develop their stance among the higher tier watch companies. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

22 October 2012, 08:38 AM	#26
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	You have to pay.....to play

22 October 2012, 08:46 AM	#30
Muaitai Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: United States Watch: Rolex 16610 LN Posts: 25	I don't think Rolex needs that kind of marketing, Rolex is well know worldwide and stands to a higher standard, its basically a life style brand IMHO.

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