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presario · 25 March 2010, 06:55 AM

So guys, I'm sure some of you have heard the rumblings that Omega will NOT be the watch on Bond's wrist for installment 23. See below for source.

I think Omega is out and Rolex will be back in. Reasoning? The timing is just too perfect with the new CERAMIC Sub releasing at Basel this year. On top of that, Craig is a huge Rolex fan. He's been seen sporting vintage and contemporary Rolexes at various Bond press functions which is a huge slap in the face for Omega. I'm sure that's been discussed heavily with the board over at Swatch. It's probably over for Omega and EON and what better time than now to have the Submariner return as the Bond watch?

So will we see the new Ceramic Sub on a Bond nato in installment 23? Only time will tell! (Sorry JJ)

I just did a quick photoshop job to see what a reteaming can potentially look like...

Rumor source: http://jamesbondwatches.blogspot.com...and-to-be.html

DeVille · 25 March 2010, 06:57 AM

About time (no pun intended!)

t e x · 25 March 2010, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by deville

about time (no pun intended!)

+1

kingblackbolt · 25 March 2010, 07:10 AM

From what I understand Craig alays wears a Rolex when not promoting a James Bond movie... I read somewhere he was quoted as saying that "James Bond wears Omega's not me..." so it isn't unusual for him to be sporting a Rolex.

SUPERDOC · 25 March 2010, 07:41 AM

I'll be sad to see Omega leave Bond's wrist..

But i would be very surprised if it were Rolex again, unless Rolex drops it's policy about paying for product placement...

Bond's wrist will go to the Highest Bidder...could be seiko, could be Rado, could be Omega bidding high to renew the contract.

Remember the Brosnan bonds were almost completely funded by product placement, with financial issues still plaguing the studio I think that Money will ultimately motivate the decision, and I just can't see that coming from Rolex...It's not like they will need to spend millions on an ad campaign for the new Sub-c, a watch that is already flying off the shelves, and hasn't even be released yet!

As far as what Daniel Craig wants...he also wanted full frontal Bond and a homosexual affair for Bond, so let's not give him too much creative control.

(not that there's anything wrong with that)

snow_rocks · 25 March 2010, 07:44 AM

Good, The word Rolex sounds so much better than the word O-me-ga!

JBat · 25 March 2010, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SUPERDOC

I'll be sad to see Omega leave Bond's wrist..

But i would be very surprised if it were Rolex again, unless Rolex drops it's policy about paying for product placement...

Bond's wrist will go to the Highest Bidder...could be seiko, could be Rado, could be Omega bidding high to renew the contract.

Remember the Brosnan bonds were almost completely funded by product placement, with financial issues still plaguing the studio I think that Money will ultimately motivate the decision, and I just can't see that coming from Rolex...It's not like they will need to spend millions on an ad campaign for the new Sub-c, a watch that is already flying off the shelves, and hasn't even be released yet!

As far as what Daniel Craig wants...he also wanted full frontal Bond and a homosexual affair for Bond, so let's not give him too much creative control.

(not that there's anything wrong with that)

Product placement in Bond movies is nothing new. Take a look at Moonraker sometime. One of the most blatant examples of product placement of any movie I've ever seen.

bayerische · 25 March 2010, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by t e x

+1

+2

kyle L · 25 March 2010, 07:51 AM

He should go back with an Explorer.

SDDS · 25 March 2010, 07:53 AM

lets see him wearing the deepsea....

gmaines · 25 March 2010, 07:57 AM

I also vote for the Deepsea....fitting for Bond

presario · 25 March 2010, 08:02 AM

Great points everyone. Yes, the Sub-C will be highly sought after, but one can't deny the huge marketing opportunity Rolex has with Bond 23. Of course this is all speculation at this point.

datejust1 · 25 March 2010, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DeVille

About time (no pun intended!)

x1452366

JJ Irani · 25 March 2010, 08:31 AM

I'm gonna be dead serious when I say that I'd very heavily disappointed if they put that stunning and gorgeous new SS Sub on a shi**y NATO strap.

Man, that would be pure, unadulterated, first-degree MURDER!!!

How the hell can any idiot even THINK of putting such a beautiful watch on some cheap, nylon thingy? That would really get me damn furious!!!

Rolesor · 25 March 2010, 08:32 AM

"welcome back" mr. bond lol

datejust1 · 25 March 2010, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I'm gonna be dead serious when I say that I'd very heavily disappointed if they put that stunning and gorgeous new SS Sub on a shi**y NATO strap.

Man, that would be pure, unadulterated, first-degree MURDER!!!

How the hell can any idiot even THINK of putting such a beautiful watch on some cheap, nylon thingy? That would really get me damn furious!!!

Oh come on JJ! They're not that stupid!! lol!

JJ Irani · 25 March 2010, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SDDS

lets see him wearing the deepsea....

Anyone know the name of the new film? I think the new SS Sub Ceramic would be perfect and appropriate.................on its ORIGINAL SS BRACELET, of course!!

1166600 · 25 March 2010, 08:33 AM

Bond and Rolex comming home again !

JJ Irani · 25 March 2010, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datejust1

Oh come on JJ! They're not that stupid!! lol!

Well, they were stupid enough to do it in "Goldfinger" - and that too an 18 mm NATO on a 20 mm SUB lug!!

presario · 25 March 2010, 08:53 AM

HAHA! I knew JJ would go crazy! Here is the million dollar question for you JJ, a really tricky one.

Would you rather have Bond wear the new SUB-C on nato or not have Bond wear a Rolex at all and keep the Omega?

snow_rocks · 25 March 2010, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, they were stupid enough to do it in "Goldfinger" - and that too an 18 mm NATO on a 20 mm SUB lug!!

Others believe it to be a 16mm NATO.
Milsubs were supposed to have solid bars in lieu of springbars.

Omega_Precision · 25 March 2010, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I'm gonna be dead serious when I say that I'd very heavily disappointed if they put that stunning and gorgeous new SS Sub on a shi**y NATO strap.

Man, that would be pure, unadulterated, first-degree MURDER!!!

How the hell can any idiot even THINK of putting such a beautiful watch on some cheap, nylon thingy? That would really get me damn furious!!!

I love it....

Only JJ can call people with natos idiots.

STEELINOX · 25 March 2010, 09:04 AM

Perfect timing OMEGA, no love loss there I am sure.

However, I suspect they will need an easy "suitcase" full of "Sub-C's" on set as they wont last a New York minute of violence typically filmed in a Bond picture !

snow_rocks · 25 March 2010, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omega_Precision

I love it....

Only JJ can call people with natos idiots.

I guess I'm an idiot!

NATO!

My I present the new Bond watch!

Omega_Precision · 25 March 2010, 09:06 AM

In spirit of the movie, they should have just one watch, and show the damage as the movie progresses.

That would be a much more accurate progression in the movie.

Omega_Precision · 25 March 2010, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snow_rocks

I guess I'm an idiot!

NATO!

My I present the new Bond watch!

I love them too!

STEELINOX · 25 March 2010, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omega_Precision

In spirit of the movie, they should have just one watch, and show the damage as the movie progresses.

That would be a much more accurate progression in the movie.

Details lost.
Its all about "product placement" and it'll always be a 'fresh piece' that is shot...

Omega_Precision · 25 March 2010, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEELINOX

Details lost.
Its all about "product placement" and it'll always be a 'fresh piece' that is shot...

I agree but nonetheless...it would be cool.

presario · 25 March 2010, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snow_rocks

I guess I'm an idiot!

NATO!

My I present the new Bond watch!

Wow, that is awesome! I love natos, too! JJ, if you think about the Bond nato as a piece of cinema history and heritage, I'm sure you can forgive the fact that it is a $20 piece of nylon.

STEELINOX · 25 March 2010, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by presario

Wow, that is awesome! I love natos, too! JJ, if you think about the Bond nato as a piece of cinema history and heritage, I'm sure you can forgive the fact that it is a $20 piece of nylon.

he wont and never will

25 March 2010, 06:55 AM	#1
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	James Bond going back to ROLEX for new film (Bond 23)? So guys, I'm sure some of you have heard the rumblings that Omega will NOT be the watch on Bond's wrist for installment 23. See below for source. I think Omega is out and Rolex will be back in. Reasoning? The timing is just too perfect with the new CERAMIC Sub releasing at Basel this year. On top of that, Craig is a huge Rolex fan. He's been seen sporting vintage and contemporary Rolexes at various Bond press functions which is a huge slap in the face for Omega. I'm sure that's been discussed heavily with the board over at Swatch. It's probably over for Omega and EON and what better time than now to have the Submariner return as the Bond watch? So will we see the new Ceramic Sub on a Bond nato in installment 23? Only time will tell! (Sorry JJ) I just did a quick photoshop job to see what a reteaming can potentially look like... Rumor source: http://jamesbondwatches.blogspot.com...and-to-be.html __________________

25 March 2010, 07:10 AM	#4
kingblackbolt "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Ren Location: Toronto On Canada Posts: 1,886	From what I understand Craig alays wears a Rolex when not promoting a James Bond movie... I read somewhere he was quoted as saying that "James Bond wears Omega's not me..." so it isn't unusual for him to be sporting a Rolex. __________________ “Hail to the king, baby" Ash (Army of Darkness 1992)

25 March 2010, 07:53 AM	#10
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,781	lets see him wearing the deepsea.... __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

25 March 2010, 08:02 AM	#12
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	Great points everyone. Yes, the Sub-C will be highly sought after, but one can't deny the huge marketing opportunity Rolex has with Bond 23. Of course this is all speculation at this point. __________________

25 March 2010, 08:31 AM	#14
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	I'm gonna be dead serious when I say that I'd very heavily disappointed if they put that stunning and gorgeous new SS Sub on a shiy NATO strap. Man, that would be pure, unadulterated, first-degree MURDER!!! How the hell can any idiot even THINK of putting such a beautiful watch on some cheap, nylon thingy? That would really get me damn furious!!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT** yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

25 March 2010, 06:57 AM	#2
DeVille "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Jesse Location: London/Miami Watch: SD4K 4 LIFE Posts: 145	About time (no pun intended!)

25 March 2010, 07:41 AM	#5
SUPERDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: R.J. Location: Canada Posts: 1,546	I'll be sad to see Omega leave Bond's wrist.. But i would be very surprised if it were Rolex again, unless Rolex drops it's policy about paying for product placement... Bond's wrist will go to the Highest Bidder...could be seiko, could be Rado, could be Omega bidding high to renew the contract. Remember the Brosnan bonds were almost completely funded by product placement, with financial issues still plaguing the studio I think that Money will ultimately motivate the decision, and I just can't see that coming from Rolex...It's not like they will need to spend millions on an ad campaign for the new Sub-c, a watch that is already flying off the shelves, and hasn't even be released yet! As far as what Daniel Craig wants...he also wanted full frontal Bond and a homosexual affair for Bond, so let's not give him too much creative control. (not that there's anything wrong with that)

25 March 2010, 07:44 AM	#6
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	Good, The word Rolex sounds so much better than the word O-me-ga!

25 March 2010, 07:51 AM	#9
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	He should go back with an Explorer.

25 March 2010, 07:57 AM	#11
gmaines Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Riverside, CA Watch: Submariner&SDDS Posts: 306	I also vote for the Deepsea....fitting for Bond

25 March 2010, 08:32 AM	#15
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,141	"welcome back" mr. bond lol

25 March 2010, 08:33 AM	#18
1166600 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Deepsea Posts: 129	Bond and Rolex comming home again !

25 March 2010, 08:53 AM	#20
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	HAHA! I knew JJ would go crazy! Here is the million dollar question for you JJ, a really tricky one. Would you rather have Bond wear the new SUB-C on nato or not have Bond wear a Rolex at all and keep the Omega? __________________

25 March 2010, 09:04 AM	#23
STEELINOX 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,007	Perfect timing OMEGA, no love loss there I am sure. However, I suspect they will need an easy "suitcase" full of "Sub-C's" on set as they wont last a New York minute of violence typically filmed in a Bond picture ! __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN 289

25 March 2010, 09:06 AM	#25
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	In spirit of the movie, they should have just one watch, and show the damage as the movie progresses. That would be a much more accurate progression in the movie.

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