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Feature: Every Omega watch worn by James Bond in the 007 films

Although James Bond now wears an Omega in every film, it wasn’t until 1995 that he first wore one of the brand’s watches. Before this, he pledged allegiance to no single watchmaker, wearing everything from a Seiko to a TAG Heuer—although he was mostly associated with Rolex's Submariner, which made several appearances in the earliest movies.

The first Bond film to feature an Omega was 1995’s GoldenEye, which saw Pierce Brosnan wear a handsome yet sporty Seamaster. This appearance marked the start of a long relationship between Omega and 007, with Brosnan and the most recent Bond, Daniel Craig, both Omega brand ambassadors.

That said, one of the favourites for Craig’s successor after his departure from the role in 2021, is British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who, as of June 2025, also became an Omega ambassador. This has sparked speculation among film fans that he’s the next actor to play James Bond, although nothing has been confirmed.

GoldenEye (1995)

The Omega that kickstarted this decades-long relationship with the film franchise was a Seamaster Diver Professional 300M Quartz, reference 2541.80.00. In true Bond fashion, this watch had a helium valve which famously doubled up as a laser cutter in the film. Aside from its fictional high-tech benefits, it had some real-life perks, too, including a battery life of 42 months integrating an end-of-battery-life indicator, a respectable 300m of water resistance—as in the name—and legible luminous hands. Aesthetically, it boasts the Seamaster’s iconic original wave-pattern dial in a handsome blue shade.

Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002)

Fast forward two years to Tomorrow Never Dies where the Seamaster Professional 300M—reference 2531.80.00—is Bond’s watch of choice. It featured the same dial and design elements as the quartz watch used in GoldenEye, but it was a self-winding chronometer instead. It appears the costume department were so fond of this reference that they included it in the next two films: The World is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002).

It's powered by the Omega calibre 1120 and equipped with a 44-hour power reserve. As with most modern dive watches, it features a screw-in crown and a helium escape valve, as well as a useful date window at 3 o’clock. Of course, this Seamaster’s fictional on-screen features pack more of a punch—in both Tomorrow Never Dies and Die Another Day, it acts as a remote bomb detonator that saves the day. Whereas in The World is Not Enough, it boasts a flashlight and a grappling hook with a trigger in the helium escape valve.

Casino Royale (2006)

2002’s Die Another Day marked the end of the Brosnan Bond era. It wasn’t until 2006 when we first got to witness Daniel Craig as the world’s most famous on-screen spy in Casino Royale. Acting aside, Craig’s Bond wore not one but two Omega models in this film, both from the Seamaster line. One was the steel 41mm Omega Seamaster Professional 300M Co-Axial chronometer—reference 2220.80.00—powered by the Co-Axial calibre 2500 with a 48-hour power reserve and a smart blue dial.

The second was from the newly released Planet Ocean line which debuted in 2005. This steel model—reference 2900.50.91—makes an impact with its 45.5mm case and comes on a sporty black rubber strap. Notably, it’s water resistant to a whopping 600m, making it twice as durable in water compared to your standard Seamaster or Rolex Submariner—ideal for action men like Bond. It also runs on the automatic Co-Axial calibre 2500.

Quantum of Solace (2008)

Quantum of Solace is possibly the most critically panned film starring Daniel Craig but at least watch enthusiasts had something to enjoy, thanks to the steel Seamaster Professional Planet Ocean 600M. This model—reference 2201.50.00—is smaller than the Planet Ocean from Casino Royale, although it’s still a sizeable 42mm. It also features a black dial and matching bezel. Like some of the watches already mentioned in this article, this one also runs on the Co-Axial calibre 2500.

Skyfall (2012)

Directed by Sam Mendes and boasting a theme song by British singing sensation, Adele, Skyfall was a film destined to succeed. Such success extended to the watch choices made in the film, too.

One highlight is the sight of Bond wearing his Planet Ocean 600M Co-Axial Chronometer 42mm—reference 232.30.42.21.01.001—as he hijacks a military tank. At 42mm, this model provides the same features as the other Planet Oceans featured in the previous two films, with its black dial and bezel. However, powering this model is an upgraded version of the Co-Axial calibre 2500—the 8500, which boasts a set of features that enable automatic winding in both directions.

Skyfall marks the first time an Aqua Terra appears in a Bond film, and it’s the perfect timepiece to pair with this suave secret agent’s slick suits. Bond wears a steel Aqua Terra 150M, reference 231.10.39.21.03.001 with a blue dial. At a mid-sized 38.5mm, this model features a vertical teak pattern that recalls the decks of luxury yachts. The calibre 8500 can be admired through the open caseback.

Spectre (2015)

It appears Bond has caught the Aqua Terra bug after his first encounter with one in Skyfall. In this 2015 film, he wears the now-discontinued Aqua Terra reference 231.10.42.21.03.003, equipped with a Master Chronometer certification and a blue dial.

Later in the film we see a return to a sportier model via the Seamaster 300, reference 233.32.41.21.01.001. This watch helps to free a trapped Bond when Dr. Madeleine Swann activates its handy grenade function. For the first time in Bond history, this exact model—minus the grenade function—was made available to the public in a limited run of 7,007 pieces.

This Seamaster will appeal to vintage watch fans worldwide thanks to features that recall the original 1950s Seamaster, including the lollipop seconds hand and blue Super-Luminova. It comes with a 5-stripe black and grey NATO strap—known as the James Bond NATO Strap. It’s powered by the innovative Omega Master Co-Axial calibre 8400.

Last but not least, we get a glimpse of what’s rumoured to be the vintage Omega Chronograph Caliber 321—reference ST 101.010—on Bond’s wrist in the film’s final scene as he drives off in an Aston Martin DB5. However, exactly which model was used hasn’t ever been officially confirmed.

No Time to Die (2021)

Bringing us up-to-date with the most recent 007 film and the last to feature Daniel Craig as Bond, is No Time to Die. In this 2021 film, Craig wears a watch that he helped design, the Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition. Interestingly, this model was released in 2019, meaning it was old news by the time No Time to Die hit cinemas two years later due to the Covid-19 pandemic but it’s certainly never looked as good as it did on Craig’s wrist.

Made of lightweight grade 2 titanium, it comes on a mesh titanium bracelet or a NATO strap. The tropical brown dial and aluminium bezel give it a retro appeal, whereas the dial features the British Military of Defence Broad Arrow symbol at 6 o’clock—a nod to Bond’s work in intelligence. The engraved caseback features the 007 logo, a nice touch that will delight Bond fans. It’s powered by the self-winding Co-Axial Master Chronometer 8806 with a 55-hour power reserve.

In the film, Q modifies the watch so it’s able to emit a powerful electromagnetic pulse. Despite it being a special 007 edition, it’s not part of a limited run, meaning there’s no pesky time limit on when fans can pick one up.

It certainly seems that Omega is leaning towards making special 007 edition watches, allowing fans to own the exact model their favourite spy wears in these blockbuster movies. We’re eagerly anticipating what Omega comes up with next and we’re certainly itching to finally discover who will become the next Bond after Craig’s epic departure from the franchise.

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