As Marvel’s biggest superheroes Deadpool and Wolverine cross paths in the new movie Deadpool & Wolverine, fans are excited to watch the brilliant camaraderie of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman on screen. While the new Marvel movie will see the two superheroes join forces against a common enemy, we pit the two actors against each other to decipher their style game in a Ryan Reynolds vs Hugh Jackman watch collection contest.
After much anticipation, Deadpool & Wolverine has released in theatres worldwide. The film was directed by Shawn Levy, who is known for being the producer and director of Netflix’s Stranger Things. This is Reynolds’ third time appearing in the Deadpool franchise, which gained popularity among audiences for its eponymous R-rated superhero known for his foul-mouth exchanges. While Hugh Jackman had initially bid adieu to Wolverine in the emotionally charged Logan in 2017, this new movie has brought him out of retirement, to great success.
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While Marvel fans are rightly enthused over the new movie, Deadpool & Wolverine also received a sweet shoutout from the best friend of Ryan Reynolds and his wife, Blake Lively: Taylor Swift. Sharing a story on her Instagram account, the singer, who is currently on the European leg of her Eras tour, trolled Reynolds in a funny message while showing her appreciation for his and Jackman’s work on the superhero film.
While the cool quotient of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as Deadpool and Wolverine is undeniable, we take a look at their offscreen style game with some of the best watches on their wrists. Let us break down their stunning watch collections.
If there is one thing that Ryan Reynolds is known for besides his witty humour and dazzling screen presence, it’s for having an incredible watch game. The actor knows how to pair the right timepieces to his red carpet looks and there are several luxury brands you will find in his wardrobe. Among his favourites, the Omega Speedmaster Dark Side Of The Moon instantly catches the eye with its black-on-black design. Powered with standout features such as a case, dial and bezel made from durable zirconium oxide ceramic and a power reserve of up to 60 hours, this timepiece offers precision and style all at once. And that’s even without mentioning its gorgeous open caseback that displays its brilliant mechanism within.
One of the most unique timepieces from Ryan Reynolds’ collection is the Piaget Altiplano Scrimshaw Engraving watch. The falcon dial is a highlight of this watch, capturing the fierceness of the bird in a clean design. This timepiece was released as a part of the Scrimshaw collection which is dedicated to the ancient craft of ivory painting. Set in an 18k gold case with a painted falcon on fossilised mammoth ivory, the impressive timepiece runs on a manual-winding mechanism. A perfect combination of expert craftsmanship and extraordinary design, this watch is a dream piece for any collector.
While his wife Blake Lively dazzled on the 2022 Met Gala red carpet with her dramatic transforming dress, Ryan was no less dapper, dressed in a velvet tuxedo from Ralph Lauren. Enhancing his red carpet style game to embrace his role as host of the 2022 Met Gala, Reynolds also donned an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch with a standout green dial. Sharing a glimpse of how it glittered on his wrist in an Instagram post, the Deadpool star deemed it the “Most beautiful damn watch I’ve ever seen.”
The luxurious 42mm Moonwatch in 18k gold features a stunning sun-brushed green dial and a green ceramic bezel ring with an Omega Ceragold tachymeter scale. With its manual-winding chronograph movement and a 50-hour power reserve, this piece conquers on both technical and design fronts. Refined and luxurious, this watch from Ryan Reynolds’ collection is an absolute winner with a price tag of USD 37,900.
Reynolds’ love for Omega is evident in yet another timepiece from the brand that he has proudly flaunted in the past. The stunning Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon watch in black ceramic, which is also known as the “Black Black” model”, pays homage to the Apollo 8 astronauts. The 44.25 mm model is composed of a polished black ceramic case body with a shiny matte black ceramic dial and a black ceramic clasp on a black-coated nylon fabric strap. This stunning all-black timepiece pairs flawlessly with any outfit, and Reynolds made the case for this when he wore it for an interview appearance on The Ellen Show with a comfortable day look. As a special feature, the watch also features a black Super-LumiNova coating that makes the hands and numbers glow in the dark.
Ryan Reynolds has been spotted wearing watches from Panerai both on and offscreen. In his 2015 thriller Self/Less, his character wore the Luminor Marina PAM 351 model which comes with a large 44 mm dial and 18mm thickness that allows it to stand out on the wrist. As a part of his personal collection, Reynolds also owns a Panerai Luminor Marina 1950 PAM0003 watch, which has been his go-to accessory for a long time. Notably, he wore the exquisite timepiece at the screening of the first Deadpool film. The contrast between the white dial and bold black numerals gives this watch a vintage look; to make it pop even further, it also has a small seconds dial set at the 9 o’clock position. The sturdy and classic timepiece proffers the perfect finishing touch for any casual look, making it a worthy addition to Reynolds’ wardrobe.
As the global ambassador of Montblanc, Hugh Jackman has, on several occasions, flaunted exclusive timepieces from the brand. Contrasting his Marvel co-star Ryan Reynolds’ diverse collection, Jackman has proven himself to be a loyal Montblanc fan. The actor wore a Montblanc Heritage Spirit Pulsograph from his amazing collection at the 2018 Golden Globes where he was nominated for best performance by an actor in a motion picture for The Greatest Showman. Interestingly, the collaboration of Jackman and Montblanc also crossed into the movie as it featured a heritage Minerva pocket watch from the brand’s Minerva Museum in Villeret, Switzerland. As for the Pulsograph worn by Jackman, the beautiful timepiece is high on vintage appeal. Its flat polished bezel and minimalist dial make it a classic dress watch.
One of the rarest timepieces owned by Hugh Jackman, this elegant Harry Winston Midnight model is priced at USD 22,300. The sophisticated timepiece defines understated luxury with its simplistic design. With an 18k rose gold case, the 42mm automatic watch also features a silver-toned dial in a satin-brushed finish featuring the signature Harry Winston logo and a date display widget at 6 o’clock. Paired with a brown alligator leather belt, it greatly captures Jackman’s refined tastse. From a film festival appearance to the red carpet of award shows, the Deadpool & Wolverine star has sworn by this piece to enhance his impeccable style.
From the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Collection, Jackman’s pick, the Perpetual Calendar, is a watch that embodies the finest qualities of the brand’s expertise in watchmaking. The tasteful silver-white dial is embellished with a sunburst pattern realised in appliques of different lengths. It comes with faceted hands in the classical dauphine shape, and also features bold Roman numeral from I to XII. Often paired with crisp suits, Jackman has shown his love of this watch, which has proven to be the perfect red carpet companion for him.
Hugh Jackman is a horology enthusiast with an adoration for vintage timepieces. A prized possession in his watch collection is the Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 model, which the actor has flaunted on his wrist on multiple occasions. Thanks to its prominent design, this watch, which is inspired by the original 1945 model, makes a strong impression on every occasion. The standout dial features vividly pronounced numerals, a minute track, as well as a small seconds and Moon Phase indication placed at 6 o’clock. The timeless model is a great pick if you’re in need of inspiration for the right dress watch. According to reports, this vintage watch often fetches prices upwards of USD 15,000.
(Main and featured images: Ryan Reynolds/Instagram; Omega)
This story first appeared on Prestige Hong Kong.
Deadpool & Wolverine co-stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have been close friends for years, and are known for pulling pranks on each other.
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds have teamed up for the second time with Marvel's Deadpool & Wolverine. The duo previously appeared together in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, where Reynolds played Wade, the precursor to the Deadpool we know today.
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