The PHILLIPS Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX takes place on 23-25 May, 2025, at our West Kowloon headquarters. The auction includes more than 280 of the world's finest watches – and though we are loath to boast, we truly think it's one of the best catalogues we've ever put together. We'll be highlighting a number of the most interesting lots and stories featured in the sale right here, including the watches highlighted below.
– By Logan Baker
Lot 871: A Circa 1997 Omega Dynamic III Ref. 5290.50.40, Previously Owned by Pierce Brosnan
Estimate: HKD $40,000 - 80,000
When Pierce Brosnan stepped into the role of James Bond in 1995, he brought a refined, charismatic edge to the iconic spy — and with him came the Omega Seamaster. While that watch became a defining accessory of his 007 era, the present piece is a different kind of Bond connection.
In 1997, Brosnan served as an Omega ambassador, helping to launch the Dynamic collection at the Omega Pavilion in London. The watch he wore that day, engraved with “To our 007 from Omega 1997” on the caseback, was a personal gift from the brand. Two years later, Brosnan donated it to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in a charity auction.
Presented with its original case and auction catalogue, the watch remains in exceptional condition, with the engraving still crisp and the dial showing only minimal signs of wear.
Lot 870: A Circa 1981 Omega Speedmaster Professional 'Apollo XI 1980' in 18k Yellow Gold
Estimate: HKD $120,000 - 240,000
In 1980, Omega celebrated its lunar legacy by releasing the “Apollo XI” Speedmaster — a glimmering tribute to the 1978 NASA re-qualification for the Space Shuttle program. Produced in both yellow and white gold, approximately 300 examples were crafted in yellow gold, with half delivered to the German market over the course of eight years. Meanwhile, just 20 examples in white gold were made.
This particular example, numbered “A’300” from circa 1981, is a stunning yellow gold variant. It features the first-ever display caseback on a Speedmaster, showcasing the manually-wound cal. 861 L. The gold dial, free of luminous elements, is accented by black and gold applied markers, creating a striking, elegant contrast.
Fresh to market and preserved in superb condition, this watch comes from the family of the original owner and includes its original box and papers.
Lot 1033: A 1997 Omega Speedmaster Missions Collection, A Complete Collection of 23 Omega Speedmaster Professionals
Estimate: HKD $450,000 - 750,000
To mark the 40th anniversary of the Speedmaster Professional series, Omega went all in on a tribute to its spacefaring legacy, creating just 40 sets of the Speedmaster Missions Collection. Comprising 23 watches, this monumental release includes 22 Mission models, each adorned with a NASA mission patch at 9 o’clock, plus a reproduction of the very first Speedmaster — the CK 2915 from 1957.
The present set, numbered 02/40, arrives in a striking white Omega case crafted from the same material used in space suits. Inside, each watch features the iconic “Flight-Qualified by NASA for All Manned Space Missions” caseback engraving, along with the mission name and unique numbering. Also included is a plastic-encased cal. 1861 movement and a loupe.
Presented in exceptional condition with its complete set of original accessories, this collection serves as both a testament to Omega’s lunar legacy and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for collectors to acquire a comprehensive chronicle of NASA’s greatest missions, all in one iconic package.
Lot 1037: A 1960 Omega Seamaster Ref. CK 2913-4
Estimate: HKD $80,000 - 160,000
When the Seamaster debuted in 1948, it was more dress watch than diver. That all changed in 1957 with the release of the Seamaster 300 — a rugged tool watch equipped with a rotating bezel, a high-legibility black dial, and water resistance up to 200 meters.
The present CK 2913-4 stands out for its remarkably preserved “Broad Arrow” hands — a detail often lost to service replacements — as well as its original Bakelite bezel, both of which have aged beautifully. The lume has developed a warm, ivory patina, and Geiger counter readings confirm the presence of high-radium content, a hallmark of untouched examples from the era.
It's accompanied by an Extract from the Archives indicating its original delivery to the United Kingdom. For collectors seeking a first-generation Seamaster 300 with character and originality, this CK 2913-4 is a compelling example.
Lot 860: A Circa 1930s Omega Single-Button Chronograph with Enamel Dial
Estimate: HKD $120,000 - 240,000
Before Omega’s legendary Caliber 321 earned its place in horological history, there was the Caliber 33.3 — the forefather that set the stage. Introduced in 1933 as a Lemania-derived movement, the 33.3 found its way into Omega and Tissot chronographs during a pivotal era of the brands' merger. Operating at 18,000 vibrations per hour and equipped with a 17-jewel, column-wheel chronograph mechanism, it was a technical marvel for its time.
The present example is a striking two-register monopusher chronograph housed in a substantial 37mm Staybrite steel case. Its multi-scale enamel dial, adorned with color-coded snail scales — blue and green for the tachymeter, red for the telemeter — is a masterclass in early 20th-century chronograph design.
Lot 865: A Circa 1967 Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.012-66CB in Stainless Steel
Estimate: HKD $64,000 - 128,000
If there’s a single Speedmaster reference that defines the model’s transformation into the “Moonwatch,” it’s the 105.012. Released in 1964, it was the first to carry the “Professional” designation on the dial and the enlarged 42mm case with crown guards — a format that remains the blueprint for the modern Speedmaster.
This is the reference that accompanied Apollo astronauts on missions in the late 1960s and early 1970s, solidifying its place in horological and spacefaring history.
The present example, a 105.012-66, is particularly noteworthy for its CB-manufactured case, identifiable by its flat-top lugs and distinct step profile.
This one is further distinguished by its well-preserved “dot over 90” (DON) bezel with intact markers, enhancing its vintage appeal.
Lot 866: A Circa 1970 Prototype Omega Seamaster 600 Ploprof Ref. ST166.077
Estimate: HKD $160,000 - 320,000
Before the Ploprof became the deep-sea titan it’s known as today, Omega spent four years testing its limits.
Officially released in 1970, the Ploprof’s 54mm monobloc case — crafted from ultra-durable “Uranus steel” (904L) — was the same material used by COMEX for their diving bells. It was built to withstand the depths, and the present example is a rare glimpse into its earliest development.
This prototype, distinguished by a movement number beginning with “000,” was reserved for Omega’s R&D and was tested at 1,000 meters in the Gulf of Lion off the coast of Marseilles. The accompanying Extract from the Archives confirms its origin as a prototype for COMEX, a detail that sets it apart from standard production models.
Further enhancing its appeal, the watch is fitted with the iconic mesh bracelet (ref. 1266/237), complete with a diver extension and a seatbelt-style clasp. Its original dial and hands have aged to a warm, light orange hue, adding a touch of character to this tool watch built for the abyss.
Lot 869: A 1978 Omega Jewelry Watch Ref. BA 351.8656
Estimate: HKD $64,000 - 128,000
In the 1970s, Omega ventured beyond the realms of Speedmasters and Seamasters, embracing a new direction that was all about opulence. The result? A series of extravagant, gem-set creations that redefined what a gentleman’s wristwatch could be.
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and adorned with 56 diamonds totaling 0.75 carats, the squared case and dial are further enhanced with striking onyx and malachite accents.
This set is particularly compelling for its exceptional condition, complete with its original box, guarantee, and an Extract from the Archives.
Lot 942: A Circa 2022 Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Ref. 210.62.42.20.03.001 in 18k Sedna Gold with Blue Dial
Estimate: HKD $60,000 - 120,000
The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M has become a modern icon by balancing serious dive watch capability with refined aesthetics. This iteration elevates that formula with a 42mm case crafted from Sedna™ gold — Omega’s proprietary blend of gold, copper, and palladium that imparts a warm, rosy glow.
The unidirectional ceramic bezel features a laser-engraved Ceragold™ diving scale, while the matching blue ceramic dial channels Omega’s maritime heritage with a wave pattern reminiscent of the original 300M models.
Inside beats Omega’s Caliber 8801, a METAS Master Chronometer-certified movement that’s as technically advanced as it is beautifully finished. Resistant to magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss, it features a Co-Axial escapement, silicon balance spring, and a Sedna™ gold rotor visible through the sapphire caseback, all adorned with Geneva waves in arabesque.
You can learn more, place a bid, and view the entire Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX catalogue right here.