When the producers of the classic series looked for someone to play the iconic superspy and chose Daniel Craig for the role, many people were against the idea of casting a blond, blue-eyed, short, and overly muscular Bond like Craig. But look at how things have changed over the years!
Craig’s unique physical appearance has helped him find success in many movies, making him one of the most wanted action film stars in Hollywood. However, there’s one more thing: this actor is famous for his love for exquisite and highly expensive wristwatches.
1. Custom Rolex Submariner by Project X Designs
One day, the British customizer Project X Designs spotted Craig wearing a custom Rolex Submariner. They modified a 50th Anniversary Rolex LV Submariner from Craig’s collection, changing the bezel color, the crown guard, and the date magnifier to give it a more old-school vibe. The Project X Designs team only made 24 of these bad boys, and they all sold out in a matter of days.
2. Omega X Swatch Speedmaster MoonSwatch Mission to Neptune
What kind of collector would Daniel Craig be if he didn’t have a MoonSwatch, right? Many fans noticed that he was wearing the classy Omega X Swatch Speedmaster MoonSwatch Neptune at the 2023 National Board of Review Gala. This baby is not that expensive in the grand scheme of things—just a mere $260—but it still goes for around $1,000 on the secondary market.
3. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean
Craig first appeared as Bond in 2006’s Casino Royale, wearing Omega Seamaster. The Seamaster, as the name suggests, can withstand a lot of pressure and will still work perfectly 600 meters underwater. You can probably find one on the secondary market for around $4,000.
4 .Omega Seamaster 1948
If you are wondering about the watch Craig wore in Glass Onion, it’s yet another Omega. His character, Detective Benoit Blanc in Knives Out, is rocking a cool Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Seamaster 1948. It’s a pretty slim watch, which is great for people who don’t have gorilla hands. Only 1,948 pieces of this vintage-looking watch were made, and if you find one, be ready to dish out at least $6,900 for it.
5. Omega Speedmaster ’57 Chronograph 38.6 mm
Craig’s Bond typically wears an Omega Seamaster model, but, true to his Omega fandom, he also donned the Speedmaster model on the set of No Time to Die. The Omega Speedmaster ’57 Chronograph, limited to 3,557 pieces, commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Speedmaster line and retails for $7,250 today.
6. Rolex Datejust 36
Here’s yet another great piece customized by Project X Designs: the 36mm Rolex Datejust with Roman numerals all over the face and a shiny white dial. People noticed this luxurious watch on Craig’s wrist in 2008, and for a Rolex, it’s really on the more affordable side. The Submariner will cost you up to $7,000 on the secondary market.
7. Omega Seamaster 300
Craig wore a different Seamaster in the 2015 Bond movie Spectre: the Omega Seamaster 300 Master Co-Axial Chronometer (41mm). If you had to use a single word to describe this timepiece, it would be “vintage.” A cool matte black dial and neat hour markers and hands make it look exquisite. This limited-edition piece can be found on the secondary market for around $19,000.
8. Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial Master Gold
By now, you should realize that Daniel Craig loves rocking his Omega watches both on and off screen. Craig wore an Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial Master Chronometer at the No Time to Die premiere event. In addition to its silver dial, the watch also features an 18-carat Sedna gold inlay. Naturally, such a piece is quite expensive, and it retails for $34,300.
9. Rolex GMT-Master “PEPSI”
Omega watches are great, but what about a cool Rolex? Frankly speaking, Craig has been seen wearing many types of Rolex watches, including the famous Rolex GMT-Master “Pepsi,” known for its blue and red bezel, and similar models sell for between $11,000 and $14,000 on the secondary market.
10. Vintage Rolex Daytona
And finally, we get to see one of Craig’s favorite Rolexes—the Daytona. The screw-down chronograph pushers on this impressive timepiece allow for precise timing, while the bakelite bezel adds a touch of classic style and durability to the watch. Craig’s model has the word “DAYTONA” written in red on a white dial with black subdials. It just looks incredible, and so does the price. Craig’s Daytona model can’t be bought that easily and goes for up to $140,000 on the grey market.
