James Bond 007: Swatch Limited Edition "No Time To Die" Wris...

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James Bond 007: Swatch Limited Edition "No Time To Die" Wristwatch "Designed By Q" in Case of Issue with Tag & Outer Box.

The Case:
It is based on the Swatch Skin Irony collection, which is Swatch’s most futuristic, thinnest and toughest designs yet. The case of the watch is just 6.7mm thick and 42mm wide, it is made of stainless steel and it has a matte finish. The intent of the watch was to incorporate ‘timeless tradition and futuristic innovation’.

The Dial:
The most alluring design feature is the exhibition window, protected by mineral glass, which allows the wearer to view the inner mechanisms of the watch. This is a great allusion to the gadgetry that serves as an inspiration for this watch. Futuristic innovation is transmitted through the slick aluminium, ring shaped design of the dial. It features narrow triangular shaped blue indices, with the Swatch logo at 12 and a ‘Q’ at 6. The sloping rehaut (inner bezel ring) is finished in a sleek matte red.

Differentiating the 2Q from the previous model is the hands which are now in a deep blue to match the markers. This blue is also carried over to the large coil which is on display through the skeletonised dial showing the many components of the watch.

Strap:
The featuring of a tartan plaid leather brown strap illustrates Swatch’s commitment to the timeless tradition of Bond. Desmond Llewyn (who played Q seventeen times) often wore a tartan shirt in his portrayal as Q. The 2Q has a slightly shinier finish to the pattern, making it play with the light nicely. The back of the strap has also been changed and now features a red backing to match the bold inner bezel ring. The strap fastens using a standard metal buckle etched with the Swatch logo.

The Features:
On display through the dial is Swatch’s famous quartz movement, made for Swatch by ETA. It’s a time only display with an hour and minute hand. It features a battery which is external to the case, allowing for quick and easy battery change. The watch features a water resistance of 30 metres.