Throughout history, there have been many iconic watches; many of them have appeared in movies, some on stage, and even one on the moon. At Miltons Diamonds, we have a collection of iconic watches that have graced the wrists of some of the most famous men and women. We’ve created a guide to walk you through who they are, what they wear, and where you can find them.
It’s no surprise that some iconic James Bond watches are on this list, and we have two designs that are arguably the most stylish Bonds in the film franchise. First, we have Sean Connery’s debut as 007 in the 1962 film Dr. No.
The Rolex Submariner was designed with diving in mind, and its hard-wearing components make it the perfect watch for Sean Connery’s Bond and for everyday life. The Rolex Submariner is water resistant to 300 meters, and browse the various colorways of the Rolex Submariner, all with scratch-resistant sapphire glass. This makes them perfect for your next international espionage mission, chased by villains sitting on your lap (or your next vacation). Sean Connery wears a Rolex Submariner 6538 in the film, and at Miltons Diamonds, you’ll find several designs in the Submariner buy replica watches family that you can add to your collection.
The next watch on our list is the Omega Seamaster, worn by Daniel Craig when he played James Bond in the 2012 film Skyfall. The Seamaster is one of the most stylish celebrity watches on the list, and at Miltons Diamonds, you will find a design for every modern gentleman. The Seamaster watch is designed to be practical and can be worn in a range of styles, such as on a relaxed day when you are walking across the sea in a speedo, sipping a martini that is shaken rather than stirred, or on a night out with friends. As one of the most stylish Bonds, we believe Daniel Craig when he says, “it’s a very comfortable watch to wear.” Why not take a look back at James Bond’s watch history and see which Bond had the most expensive taste in timepieces?
The next timepiece on our list of famous watches is the Omega Speedmaster, which Buzz Aldrin wore into space during his 1969 moon voyage. The Omega Speedmaster was the first watch to reach the moon’s surface, but the watch was lost once the Apollo mission landed on Earth. Aldrin sent the Speedmaster to the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., for display, but it was lost in the mail. Omega Speedmaster watches include charismatic timepieces in stainless steel to protect the design from the wear and tear of everyday life. (Copy: Buzz Aldrin – if you’re looking for a replacement, you can find one at Miltons Diamonds).
Christian Bale is on our list of the most famous watches that are stylish and neurotic. In the 2000 film American Psycho, Christian played Patrick Bateman, a Wall Street investment banker with dark undertones. In this thriller, Bale wears a Rolex Datejust fake watches, whose chic design perfectly matches his sharp suit. If you’re looking for a watch that will make as much of an impression in the boardroom as a business card printed in “Sillia Railroad font on bone colored paper,” this is the perfect choice for you. The Rolex Datejust is a world-famous watch that has been worn by many celebrities throughout history, including David Beckham, Roger Federer, and Bono.
The Omega Constellation worn by the King of Rock and Roll is at the end of our list of famous watches. You will find timepieces in the collection that can even be worn with blue suede shoes. The Omega Constellation collection features vintage designs with a classic appeal that cannot be replicated. You’ll find classic gold and steel timepieces that bridge the gap between everyday necessities and something with class. If you want to explore the entire family of watches, we have a curated selection of the OMEGA Constellation collection for you to choose from.