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Omega Seamaster Laser emitting, explosive device wristwatch

Oct 10, 2010

by MNeulander
posted in Bond, James Bond

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Ever since I was a young boy I have always been enamored by fine watches. So, ever since I was a kid, one of the alluring elements of Bond movies for me was to observe which types of watches were being used, especially by Bond. As I matured I found that I share many of Bond’s predilections for enjoying the “finest” things life has to offer. I think a fine watch is part of the character makeup for depicting Bond as a suave and “smooth operator.” Admittedly, I am not quite as good looking as some of the Bond actors; however, I am as well travelled and I have had my share of exciting “missions” as a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. As an adult, I came to appreciate fine watches more as I started earning some real money. Now I will tell you that because I am a pilot I have a natural affinity for Breitling chronograph watches. Unfortunately, Bond was only issued one Breitling by Q in the movie “Thunderball.” However, I thought it would be fun to write about Bond watches, I hope you enjoy, tell me what you think and if you enjoy Bond watches as well.

1995 'Golden Eye' Omega Seamaster Laser emitting, explosive device wristwatch

In "Goldeneye" an Omega watch makes its debut in Bond films. When Bond and Natalya got trapped inside the ICBM train, surrounded by one-inch thick amour plating. As Natalya pounded away at a computer keyboard trying to trace Boris' location, Bond activated the laser cutter on his watch and proceeded to cut a manhole in the floor of train. With seconds left, Bond ripped Natalya away from the computer; the two dived through the man hole, and ran from the train seconds before it exploded. Later in the mission, Bond had a series of magnetic mines activated in Trevelyan's HQ, and his watch could arm or disarm the mines. Trevelyan, being a former MI6 agent, knew about Bond's watch, he took it from Bond and disarmed the mines.

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Scotman October 11, 2010

Wow, you're on a James Bond kick this week! Good job!

MNeulander October 11, 2010

Jim, thanks for the compliment. I LOVE fine watches, and Bond movies. From time to time I get carried away by my passions!!!

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Fond memories are golden.

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Directed by Martin Campbell, GOLDENEYE makes the transition to a more modern image for the James Bond series. Bond's out-of-date womanizing is presented with a feminist challenge from the newly cast Judi Dench as an impenetrable M, and Samantha Bond as a wiser and more forthright Moneypenny. The action sequences, replete with helicopter hijinks and copious explosions, are complex and stylish, making the film a polished sensation. <br> <br> This installment in the series introduces actor Pierce Brosnan in the role of suave, debonair, irresistible 007. Despite the end of the Cold War, James Bond still finds himself pitted against nefarious Russians who want to rule the world. This time around, his enemies are a gang of mobsters and former military men who have gained access to the Goldeneye, which can cut off electrical currents in London. Alec Trevelyan (Sean Bean) is the leader, with General Ourumov (Gottfried John) an additional threat. Sizzling Bond babe Xenia Onatopp (Famke Janssen) is the sleek robb...

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Cast: Sean Bean, Pierce Brosnan, Alan Cumming, Ravil Isyanov, Judi Dench, Gottfried John, Robbie Coltrane, Tchéky Karyo, Ravil Issyanov, Billy Mitchell, Izabella Scorupco, Joe Don Baker, Famke Janssen, Samantha Bond, Minnie Driver, Desmond Llewelyn, Michael Kitchen, Constantine Gregory, Trevor Byfield, Serena Gordon, Peter Majer

Director: Martin Campbell

Genre: Action, Drama

Release Date: 17 November 1995 (USA)

MPAA Rating: PG-13

Screen Writer: Ian Fleming

Runtime: 2hrs 10min

Studio: Eon Productions

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