The Watches of Ian Fleming's James Bond 007 Books

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The James Bond franchise has become a worldwide sensation and, back in the 1950s when Ian Fleming's original novels were written, the exotic locations and adventures described brought colour to reader's imaginations. Importantly, this writer made the choice to include an awful lot of brands in order to build a world for his characters to inhabit. In this pursuit, watches became a central part of the James Bond character and, in this video, I would like to present the few occasions when watches were actually named for the protagonists and villains to wear.
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@markbyrum4743 3 года назад

My favorite JB Rolex was the first one mentioned in the books - the one he used as "brass knuckles" - unidentified, but likely an Oyster. I bought my Explorer 1016 new in 1986 as it was Fleming's Rolex. Great watch - and although I wrapped it across my knuckles, I didn't punch anyone with it! ;-) Great vid. Keep at it!

@danielpaulson3631 3 года назад

This is awesome! I've been reading the original books during COVID and I think you've done them justice here. Thanks for this!

@oysterman962 3 года назад

www.theweek.in/webworld/features/luxury/james-bonds-rolex.html

@stevesmith7997 3 года назад

Great Vid ! always enjoy your content thank you!

@mattesr.8680 3 года назад

Great Video! I love the bond franchise and I started reading "Casino Royal" jesterday. Perfect timing for your video

@brianlloyd4796 3 года назад

Great video, I’ve just started reading Fleming’s books👍👍

@michaelriera6277 3 года назад

I loved the Breitling Top Time in Thunderball.

@stevefox8605 3 года назад

Excellent video thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

@deedee8568 3 года назад

Fantastic, thanks 😊

@gregsaga682 3 года назад

Excellent video! Upvoted and subscribed.

@nathanielschwartz425 11 месяцев назад

7:22 WHAT?! That one was my FAVORITE James Bond novel!!!!

@kranffel 3 года назад

Great stuff 👍🏻

@tubefriki76 3 года назад

Roger Moore's Rolex Sub(?) in 'Live and Let Die' made me wish all watches could generate a strong magnetic field and have a dive bezel that doubles as a rope-cutting mini saw 👍⌚

@nicrow1369 3 года назад

Have a look at WMT watches website. They have a very nice homage to this watch👍

@zillsburyy1 3 года назад

you should do a video explaining hz/beat rates & magnetic gauss ratings.

@watchreviews4k 3 года назад

Interesting content. Regards.

@jameshoward9700 3 года назад

Excellent! Coincidentally, I've just read the novels again and find the most interesting thing is how little Bond's watch is ever described. Indeed, we get chapter and verse on the aftershave, soap, cigarettes, cars, guns etc, but only the most perfunctory description of Bond's watch. Villain's watches, yes; Bond's, no. The only detailed model is, as you say, in OHMSS (Rolex Oyster), elsewhere, just the brand. We do get details like 'luminescent numerals', but little else. However, re the dive watch in L&LD, I'm certain it's a Sub. I think the launch of the Sub was somewhat prolonged, giving Fleming time to be suitably inspired. The rest of the dive equipment is cutting edge and I believe the watch would have been chosen to reflect that. Of course, all this is significant - Bond is not a watch enthusiast and his watch is nothing more than a tool, prized for its robustness. I doubt he'd be too worried if he scratched his Bluesy. Not that he'd own one!

@danielschaeffer1294 3 года назад

After all, he was never worried about the nick in his cigarette case left by Grant’s poisoned mini-bullet. In fact, he was rather proud of it because that case saved his life.

@jameshoward9700 3 года назад

@@danielschaeffer1294 Yes! The scratches tell of a life lived!

@phmwu7368 2 года назад

Wrist watch descriptions were based upon Ian Fleming's personal Rolex Explorer 1016 which he wore since late 1961. In those days 36 mm was subtle elegance and still is today!

@johnlacroix1639 3 года назад

WOW great info. AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot keep up the great work

@phmwu7368 2 года назад

Can't believe You didn't discuss in detail the actual wristwatches worn by Etonian British author Ian Fleming himself, among which a Rolex1008 and a Rolex Explorer 1016. A gentleman's choice of timepiece says as much about him as does his Saville Row suit. Ian Fleming (1908-1964)

@dakotarayprice 3 года назад

It's a rolex oyster perpetual explorer dial

@richardsims4717 3 года назад

My favorite spook,Harry Palmer in the Ipcress File,probably wears a CWC liberated from the army.

@danielschaeffer1294 3 года назад

Thank you! I always thought that Harry was a much closer portrayal of what a spy actually does and is, as well as being a more endearing character. The film managed to tread a fine line between dreariness and class, and what can be said about the original Deighton novels? Absolutely top drawer. Yet somehow whenever the topic of spy novels and films comes up, Harry and this wonderful film are forgotten. In fact a lot of people have never even heard of them. (And I blush to disclose that back when I was young and foolish I would occasionally buy a pack of Gauloises. Harry smoked them.)

@richardsims4717 3 года назад

@@danielschaeffer1294 Totally agree Daniel.Even the musical score is the perfect fit. I am old enough to have seen it on release and many times since but never spotted his watch.Has anyone?

@ExpeditedProductions 3 года назад

Wow!! You really knocked this one out of the park! Exceptional. If your interested #thebondexperience is currently hosting the #flemingreadingnchallenge book club. We are currently on Thunderball, but jump in if interested! Thanks for the video!

@keysersoze503 3 года назад

Title of video. I review watches that I've never actually worn but I do get clickbait.

@southfloridaarcheryguy114 2 года назад

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@ExpeditedProductions 3 года назад

Oh....and just to add one more thing....regardless of your favorite.....Fleming’s Bond never wore an Omega, but I bet he might wear a Christopher Ward today....he wouldn’t wear a Rolex, Omega, or any other garishly expensive brand for the reasons you stipulate. Function and form, not frivolous displays of wealth.

@jaysterling26 3 года назад

I hear what you say Sir, & I raise you a g- shock with a bit of heft to inflict some pain , or a Citizen 'ray mears' bn0118 or its stablemate :bn0211-50. Favourite Bond watch: the portable seiko fax machine for which Sir Roger had to know where the local stationery supplier was.

@ExpeditedProductions 3 года назад

@@jaysterling26 I have often considered the GSHOCK as well as it is favored by the military ( personal experience included) but I don't know if it has the style quality though. The CW might not have the durability but I was trying to stay British branded. But I hear you. You are not wrong