Unveiling the Week's Top Watch Picks: From Chris Pratt's Hublot to Dwayne Johnson's IWC
After a festive break, celebrities are back on the red carpet, showcasing their exquisite timepieces. Dwayne Johnson, the horological trendsetter, wowed with an IWC Portugieser at the Creative Impact Awards. Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi and Paul Mescal kept it classic with Cartier Tanks at the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards, suggesting a continued trend for tall guys with small watches.
Chris Pratt and Connor Storrie joined forces with Hublot, both donning their watches at events in London and LA, respectively. Stephen Graham brought a touch of steel with his Rolex Daytona, while Colman Domingo stayed true to his Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra for a screening in LA.
Let's dive into the week's most impressive watch moments:
Stephen Graham's Timeless Rolex Daytona
The Rolex Daytona Stephen Graham wore to his career retrospective is an iconic piece, much like the actor himself. Produced between 2000 and 2016, this revolutionary model (Ref. 116520) marked a turning point for Rolex, featuring their in-house Caliber 4130 movement, granting them independence in chronograph production. With its sleek steel design and simple white dial, it's a true classic. Pre-owned models can be found for around $25,000.
Chris Pratt's New Year, New Watch: Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium
Chris Pratt, known for his Panerai and IWC collections, switched things up with a Hublot Big Bang Unico for a photocall in London. This 42 mm version, released in 2018, offers a smaller alternative to the original 44 mm. Its titanium case and black skeleton dial showcase the self-winding HUB1280 Unico movement, providing a 72-hour power reserve. The chronograph system with flyback function allows for seamless timing transitions. Priced at $22,800, it's a bold statement piece.
Jacob Elordi's Frankenstein-Inspired Cartier Tank LC
Jacob Elordi, Best Supporting Actor at Palm Springs, celebrated his win with a unique Cartier. The green lacquered dial and alligator strap of the Tank Louis Cartier, released in 2023, seemed fitting for his role as "the Creature" in Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Contrasted by a 25.5 mm gold case and matching gold hands, the watch is a true work of art. Elordi, a Cartier ambassador, paired it with earrings from the Juste un Clou and Love collections, priced at $14,800.
Colman Domingo's Red Carpet Staple: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra
Colman Domingo's Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra is a red carpet favorite. Released in 2024, this reference features a simple black lacquered dial, devoid of the typical "teak" pattern. Available in 41, 38, or 34 mm stainless-steel cases, each size offers a different Master Chronometer-certified movement. The 41 mm model, priced at $7,000, comes with a Caliber 8900 movement.
Dwayne Johnson's Powerful IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar
Dwayne Johnson, aka "The Rock," chose a mighty IWC Portugieser for the Creative Impact Awards. Introduced in 2015, this 44.2 mm red-gold watch boasts a silver dial with indicators for date, day, month, and year, as well as a perpetual moon phase display and a power reserve indicator. The automatic Caliber 52610 movement provides a remarkable seven-day power reserve. The high-precision moon phase display only needs adjusting once every 577.5 years! You can own this piece for $52,700.
Connor Storrie's Heated Rivalry: Hublot Classic Fusion King Gold
Connor Storrie, star of Heated Rivalry, made a statement with his Hublot Classic Fusion. This King Gold iteration, with its 38 mm case and bezel in 18-karat rose gold, is a true showstopper. The black sunray dial, topped with King Gold hands and markers, creates a striking contrast. Powered by a self-winding HUB1110 movement, it offers a 48-hour power reserve. The King Gold is available in four sizes, with the 38 mm retailing for $21,100.
Paul Mescal's Red Carpet Formula: Gucci and Cartier
Paul Mescal has mastered the red carpet look with his Gucci suits and Cartier watches. The Hamnet star, an ambassador for both brands, sported his go-to Tank Louis Cartier at the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards. Released in 2022, this 18-karat yellow gold watch features a minimalist black dial, gold sword-shaped hands, and a black alligator strap. Priced at $14,800, it's a timeless piece.
So, there you have it! A week filled with celebrity watch moments. But here's where it gets controversial: Which watch would you choose as your signature piece? And what do you think of these celebrity brand loyalties? Let's discuss in the comments!
