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Rolex inclination for famous movies is well known for a decades now.

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Rolex loves movies and movies love Rolex. Since the golden age of Hollywood Rolex watches had been a synonym of luxury, sophistication, and power, which couldn’t be missed on the screen.

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In 1926, Rolex achieved a historical breakthrough in watchmaking with the Oyster. It was the world’s first waterproof and dust‑proof wristwatch. One year on, in 1927 it was futured in ‘’The Jazz Singer’’, the world’s first talking movie, marking the end of the silent movie era. It was only the beginning.

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However, Rolex has landed itself a grand part of the most famous moments on the set of 007 series of James Bond adventures. The Scottish actor Sean Connery who found international fame as Hollywood's original James Bond and ultimately set the tone for Rolex Submariner Ref 6538. In 1962, when Dr No was released, the Submariner was mostly worn by actual divers. Fast forward to today and Connery’s preference for what collectors have dubbed “The Big Crown” (due to the watch's enlarged crown, which doesn’t come with guards that protect the winding mechanism) has resulted in it becoming a cult classic.

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In 2018, Christie’s sold a Ref 6538 featuring a rare Explorer dial for an eye-watering US$1,068,500, making it the most expensive Submariner ever sold at auction, leaving no doubt that Connery’s watch legacy continues.

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Another famous 007 Agent, James Bond, played by Daniel Craig became OMEGA brand ambassador. A source of pride, on 20th anniversary of OMEGA’s partnership with Bond. In SPECTRE, James Bond wears two. The OMEGA Seamaster 300 SPECTRE Limited Edition with rare lollipop seconds hands and black and grey NATO strap; and the OMEGA Aqua Terra 150m: a striking watch with a blue dial that recalls OMEGA’s rich maritime heritage and Bond’s naval background.

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Antiquoholics loves famous preloved watches, you can find many grand ones on our website:

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https://antiquoholics.netlify.app/

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and buy those directly on eBay:

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/antiquoholics/

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