- Despite stepping away from James Bond, Daniel Craig remains a vital ambassador for OMEGA.
- Craig’s latest appearance teases an unreleased OMEGA model.
- OMEGA continues to define style for cinema’s iconic male leads.
Despite leaving the iconic tux behind, Daniel Craig’s commitment to OMEGA and its timeless pieces remains unwavering. The Bond star bowed out after 17 years and five feature films, cementing himself as one of the most memorable and transformative actors to ever take on the role of James Bond.
In the years since, Craig has seemingly walked away from the sharp tailoring that we had become used to seeing. Instead, his fashion evolution decidedly took another path, debuting flowing blonde hair for LOEWE, as he reprises his role of Benoit Blanc for the third Knives Out title, and even an edgy leather-bound ensemble for Taika Waititi’s viral ad campaign.
And whilst the English actor may have bid farewell to James Bond, his enduring relationship with OMEGA is far from over. At last night’s Governors Awards in Los Angeles, Craig teased more than just Bond rumours with an interesting looking timepiece.
What OMEGA is Daniel Craig Wearing?
Even the most eagle-eyed watch enthusiasts in the room will have trouble identifying Craig’s latest piece, as it appears to be an unreleased OMEGA Seamaster Diver 300. It boasts a striking bold gold case with contrasting burgundy bezel and textured black dial; this contemporary watch is a departure from the more understated models typically seen in OMEGA’s line-up, but a quirky update on one of Bond’s perennial classics.
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Paired with a Milanese bracelet, the timepiece has struck the perfect balance between classic sophistication and modern flair, echoing Craig’s own post-Bond transformation.
Whether he’s on the red carpet or in a high-profile fashion campaign, his choice of timepiece is always intentional, reflecting the Swiss luxury watchmaker’s commitment to innovation and elegance.
The team over at OMEGA Forums have put together this design for Craig’s yet-to-be-released model. It bears a resemblance to the Rolex Rootbeer – one of our big favourites here at DMARGE – but with classic OMEGA detailing that has become synonymous with the Seamaster collection.
What Makes OMEGA the Ultimate Watch for Bond?
First introduced in 1993, the Seamaster Diver 300 is no stranger to the spotlight. Known for its rugged functionality, this particlar model became the gadget of choice for Bond since the days of Pierce Brosnan and the 1995 release GoldenEye.
Daniel Craig continued to carry this torch with unparalleled swagger, displaying a variety of OMEGA models – from the Seamaster Diver to the Planet Ocean – across his five-film tenure, each one becoming a symbol of Bond’s sophistication and style.
“Our partnership with 007 began as an authentic choice by the film’s costume department in 1995,” Raynald Aeschlimann exclusively told DMARGE. “They felt that OMEGA’s genuine links to the British Royal Navy would be the most obvious choice for Commander Bond.”
Of course, OMEGA have a history of partnering with some of the biggest male leads in cinema and television. Just take a look at Eddie Redmayne’s character in The Day of the Jackal; a quiet nod to the history of espionage and a tool designed for the most demanding missions.
Daniel Craig and OMEGA: A Timeless Bond
This isn’t the first time Craig has been the face of OMEGA’s best-kept secrets. The actor certainly has previous.
From the white-dial Speedmaster Professional he sported in New York last year to the silver Seamaster Diver 300 he wore at the Paris Olympics, Craig seemingly relishes the chance to cause a stir amongst the horological community; each appearance is now closely watched with a keen enthusiasm as watch enthusiasts try to decode OMEGA’s future line-up.
Since his Bond days, Craig has become one of OMEGA’s most important global ambassadors, championing the brand at high-profile events and turning red carpets and award shows into unmissable opportunities for the horological community to get its first glimpse at the latest models.
Craig’s award show OMEGA is certainly no exception. As he continues his post-Bond revolution, Craig’s partnership with OMEGA remains a cornerstone of his public persona; a fashion-forward spectacle that reinforces OMEGA’s position as a horological leader in the luxury watch space.