As Rachel Cormack wrote for Robb Report, it was the “timepiece that helped cement Rolex as a maker of impenetrable tool watches …” [1]. And thus began an important horological thread to the association of that watchmaker to the world of James Bond, via Ian Fleming and his 1954 novel, Live and Let Die.
This past Sunday, Sotheby’s sold “The Companion Oyster” worn by the late Mercedes Gleitze [2] during the “vindication swim” … continued
This week, gold prices topped $4,000 per ounce for the first time in history [1], now at $4,010.53 as of this writing; its spot hit $4,072.00 during the last twenty-four hours [2].
Presently, only one James Bond watch is offered new in this precious metal: The “Canopus Gold” Omega “James Bond 60th Anniversary” Seamaster — with an updated price of $177,700 [3]. That’s up 6.99% from what I noted here on May 2, and … continued
Last month, I discussed the U.S. “Reciprocal Trade and Tariffs” initiative in terms of a number of James Bond watch models. Seven days after his initial announcement, President Donald Trump reduced the number [1] for all countries except China “back down to the universal 10% rate …” [2].
This has been characterized as a “90-day pause,” prompted by a large number of requests to (re-)negotiate terms [3], including one on behalf of Switzerland.
Meanwhile, … continued
Wednesday afternoon, President Donald Trump announced an initiative to “rectify trade practices” via regulation of imports to the United States through reciprocal tariffs” [1-3].
Presently, there are only two James Bond watches available new for purchase. The titanium Omega Seamaster Diver 300m featured on-screen in No Time to Die, with a $10,000 price tag [4]. Additionally, the Swiss watchmaker lists its stainless steel “James Bond 60th Anniversary” Seamaster Diver 300M … continued