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Top 5 James Bond Movie Watches

2008-10-25T03:15:00.001-07:00

Our recent post about the edition of the Omega Seamaster Bond watch, and the upcoming release of Quantum of Solace starring Daniel Craig, made us think about our favourite watches from the James Bond movies, so here's our top five wristwatches as worn by James Bond 007 in descending order.

5. Octopussy (1983)
Whilst being shown around Q's base in India, Bond sampled the array of gadgets that Q branch had come up with, including a Seiko TV watch which was linked to a video-camera. Bond demonstrated this by pointing the camera at a staff members cleavage and zooming in and out, much to Q's frustration. Ok, it's not going to save the earth but it's a scene typical of Roger Moore's Bond and we salute him for it!

4. From Russia With Love (1963)
I remember the first time I saw From Russia With Love. I was totally gob-smacked to see Bond garrotted in the first few minutes by the menacing figure of Robert Shaw who pulls out a cord from his wristwatch. Then the mask is removed, and we see that it wasn't Bond but someone with a mask, on who got the unfortunate task of going up against Red Grant in a KGB training exercise. We later see the watch again in On Her Majesty's Secret Service when Bond clears his desk.

3. The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)
The Spy Who Loved Me was probably Roger Moore's best Bond film and in it he was armed with a Seiko 0674 wristwatch. The watch was able to receive messages, but not only receive them but also print them on a small tape like a Dymo labeller.

2. Goldeneye (1995)
It's Pierce Brosnan's first outing as Bond, and early in the movie he introduces his new Omega Seamaster which is equipped with a laser cutter which he uses to cut his way through a metal hatch. Back in Sean Connery's non-Eon Never Say Never Again, he has a Rolex watch with a laser cutter.

1. Live And Let Die
Bond is synonymous with getting the girl and beating the bad guy. In this film Roger Moore does both with the assistance of his Seiko timepiece. It has an ultra strong magnet, which he uses throughout the film. We first see it when he uses it to cheekily pull down the zip on a girl's dress - "Sheer magnetism, Darling" - and then later uses it to get hold of the air bullet. The watch also has a very cool buzz-saw on the bezel which lets him cut his way out of the ropes he is tied up in the final scenes. For these vital dual purposes, this is our favourite Bond watch ever, and it just happens to have been worn by our favourite bond ever too.

What was your favourite James Bond watch? Who was your favourite Bond? Would you ever buy yourself a 007 watch?

Huge Savings on Watches at Amazon

2008-08-14T00:37:00.001-07:00

Amazon's Summer Sale is in full swing with some huge discounts in place, with as much as 70% off the RRP on some watches.

Highlights to look out for include the Mark Ecko Black Bracelet watch reduced from £195 to £58.50, and a Nautica Brushed Steel Bracelet watch reduced from £350 to £105. There are also heavily discounted watches from Fossil, Accurist and Kenneth Cole.

Have a look at the dicounts by visiting the Sumer Sale at Amazon.co.uk

Changing A Watch Battery

2008-06-26T02:36:00.000-07:00

If the battery has died on an expensive watch, we would definitely recommend that you take a trip down to your local jeweller and let them use the proper tools to open up the case and change it. If it's just a cheap watch, you migh try it yourself. Here's a video tutorial...

Great Offers From Ernest Jones

2008-06-25T13:26:00.001-07:00

There's some great sales on at the moment, and not wanting to be left out, Ernest Jones has come up with some brilliant deals... take a look at these:

Emporio Armani men's black chronograph strap watch - WAS £195, NOW £97.50

Nautica men's stainless steel chronograph bracelet watch - Was £350 Now £150

Christian Dior Launches $450 iPhone Jacket

2008-06-25T04:42:00.000-07:00

If you are lucky enough to have one of the most desireable phones on the market, then you won't want it to get damaged in transit, and you don't want to hide it in a poor quality, cheap jacket.

Step forward Christian Dior with a $450 leather case for the Apple iPhone. Take a look at the luxury case over at Luxurylaunches.com

Browse Christian Dior Watches

Save on Maurice Lacroix at Goldsmiths Sale

2008-06-24T13:09:00.001-07:00

Goldsmiths, the trusted jeweller is currently running a sale where you can find some huge bargains, including:

Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Mens Watch
Now £2,577.00
Was £4,295.00

Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Jours Retrograde Gents Watch
Now £2,277.00
Was £3,795.00

For more info on these and other great deals with huge savings, visit the Goldsmiths sale site.

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Bond's Omega Seamaster

2008-06-24T08:40:00.000-07:00

It's less than six months to go now until the release of the latest Bond flick, Quantum of Solace. Production is rumoured to have been hit by a "curse", but we're sure it will be an awesome movie and can't wait to see Daniel Craig back as Bond.

Bond's watch of choice has for the last few years been an Omega Seamaster Diver 300m. Omega has previously released a special Bond edition which has a blue bezel, but in readiness for the new Bond movie, Omega has released a new black bezel version of the 007 collectors watch.

Click here to see the black Omega 007 watch.

Browse Omega watches at Watch Express

Fossil Sets Ambitious Targets

2008-06-24T07:42:00.000-07:00

Watchmaker, Fossil Inc, has set ambitious targets for its future growth. According to Reuters:

"The company said it expected Fossil brand sales to rise to $1.4 billion in 2012 from $735 million in 2007. Total net sales last year were $1.43 billion.
In its slide presentation, Fossil also indicated that it would increase its global store count to 700 in 2012 from 244 in 2007."

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Kenneth Cole Uses Sikh Model

2008-06-24T07:34:00.000-07:00

Kenneth Cole has once again proved its progressive credentials by hiring a Sikh model for a billboard campaign in Manhatten. I think we are a bit more enlightened in the UK, but in the wake of 9/11, having a turban might have invited a bit more trouble than one might have liked. Well done to Kenneth Cole on this brave move.

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Big Savings on Designer Watches at Amazon

2008-06-16T09:41:00.000-07:00

Amazon is currently running a stonkingly good promotion where you can save up to 2/3 on a range of watches from top designers, such as Moschino, DKNY, Fossil, Ben Sherman, Kahuna and D&G.

Take a look at these great offers from Amazon.co.uk

Corum Watches - www.corum.ch

2008-04-22T15:00:00.000-07:00

The official webpage of Corum is at www.corum.ch. Founded in the mid 1950s, Corum the Swiss watchmakers specialise in high end, top quality watches. Many of their watches are limited edition, and they have style which reeks of aspiration and quality.

Buy Corum Watches Online

Exclusively available online at Goldsmiths: CORUM watches! Up to now, CORUM watches were only distributed through a few selected shops around the world. Get yours now at Goldsmiths!

Save Up To 70% on Accurist Watches

2008-03-09T00:37:00.001-08:00

Accurist is one of the most recognisable names in watchmaking. Amazon is one of the most recognisable names in internet shopping. Put them together and what do you get? Discounts of up to 70% on Accurist watches at Amazon for a limited time only.

The Accurist Gents Stainless Steel Chronograph Blue Dial Bracelet Watch (MBJD07) pictured on the right is reduced from £150 to only £45.

Accurist watches at Amazon

Big Savings on Sports Brand Watches

2008-03-06T10:33:00.000-08:00

Amazon can always be relied upon for a bargain. For a limited time they are offering up to 60% off a great range of sports branded watches, from the likes of Adidas, Puma, Umbro and the England Football team.

View the list of reduced sports branded watches at Amazon.

DKNY Bargain Ladies Watch For Valentines Day

2008-02-01T09:07:00.000-08:00

If you're still thinking what would make a great gift for a special lady in your life for Valentines day, check out this fantastic ladies watch from DKNY, exclusive to Goldsmiths the Jewellers, and reduced from £135 to only £99.

The distinctive stainless steel bracelet is made up of links in a D shape. With DKNY being a great designer brand, this is a Valentines day gift which anyone will be pleased to receive.

Find out more: DKNY D-Link crystal set Ladies Watch, exclusive offer at Goldsmiths!

Ben Sherman Watches

2008-01-23T01:53:00.000-08:00

Ben Sherman has been one of Britain's leading fashion brands since its creation in Brighton, in the 1960s. The choice of punks and mods, Ben Sherman's styles continue to be popular today, with the button down shirt continuing to be an iconic look. As well as clothes, Ben Sherman does a great range of fashion accessories, including of course, watches.

For the best Ben Sherman watches, check out our dedicated page.

Pretty In Pink

2008-01-13T12:17:00.000-08:00

Some girls just love pink, and they don't care what they have as long as it's in pink. To satisfy lovers of Pink, Watch Express has a new page dedicated to Pink Watches.

Ladies Watches With Leather Straps

2008-01-10T10:39:00.001-08:00

We recently added a page dedictated to mens wristwatches with leather straps. Not wanted to be sexist, we now present: Ladies watches with leather straps :-)

Don't Buy Breitling Watches Online

2008-01-10T10:34:00.000-08:00

Breitling watches are fabulously exclusive watches, and they also cost an arm and a leg. Breitling has a policy of not supporting online sales of its watches. This blanket ban means its easy to spot a nefarious reseller online, because simply put, Breitling don't sell their watches online nor do they allow their resellers too.

If you see someone selling Breitling watches online, best advice it to steer well clear. For information on where you can purchase Breitling watches, visit their website.

For other great watch brands that you CAN buy online, visit our homepage...

Look for Men's Watches With Leather Straps?

2008-01-08T15:47:00.000-08:00

Some guys like the feel of leather. It can make a nice change from a cold metal bracelet to have the softer sensation of a leather strap. So if you want a gent's watch with a leather strap, check out the new dedicated page we set up for you!

Men's Watches With Leather Straps

Fossil Watches With Up To 60% Off

2008-01-08T15:45:00.000-08:00

Amazon.co.uk have a great promotion at the moment where you can selected Fossil watches with up to 60% off! Pick up a bargain by hot footing it over to Amazon.co.uk

Save £40 on Citizen Eco Drive Men's Watch

2007-12-28T07:18:00.001-08:00

H Samuel has cut the price this Gent's Citizen Eco Drive brown dial bracelet watch. It has an attractice rectangular brown dial with time and date functions. The case and bracelet are stainless steel and this is a real bargain - reduced from £89.99 to £49.99.

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Welcome to the blog

2007-12-28T07:03:00.000-08:00

This is the new blog for Watch Express - a new site with details on great looking watches and at even better looking prices from leading retailers like Ernest Jones, H Samuel, Links of London and more...