Fancy yourself as a bit of a Bond? Well, get prepared because October 5th is just around the corner and it’s Global James Bond Day, marking the anniversary of the first Bond movie, Dr. No. For people who want to spend the day like the world’s favourite undercover agent, it’s easier than ever to find sophisticated and wearable gadgets that will transform any normal guy into a first-class gentlemen spy.
Here is a cocktail of gadgets, shaken not stirred, for all budgets that could help you be the next Mr Bond!
Intelligent Suits
It didn’t matter whether Bond was sipping a martini or jumping out of a plane, he was always clean shaven and sophisticated in a tailored outfit wherever he went. Although you may not be jumping out of planes, a well-defined man about town deserves a bespoke, tailored suit with modern technology woven into the very seams of the cloth.
Enter the X Suit – this crowdfunded ‘suit of the future’ is a perfect addition to any active gentleman’s wardrobe. With liquid repellent technology, the suit will remain unaffected by the harsh environments of evening dinners and unruly wine. And when it’s time a for quick getaway, the 4-way stretch fabric and odour proof lining will keep the suit in shape through any dangerous escapes, which means that this ensemble would be very well ‘suited’ to Bond himself.
Smart Watches
Finish off the perfect tailored outfit with a signature, statement watch. Mr Bond was never seen without one and through the years, he has experimented with many watch brands from the iconic Rolex, which starred in the movie from Russia with Love to the sleek Omega in Spectre. If you own a classic automatic watch, there’s no better gadget for living like a gentleman spy than a sleek watch winder, which will keep your timepiece well-maintained while blending nicely into a world class spy’s wardrobe and room.
Of course, Bond’s watches almost always meant he had an extra trick up his sleeve, and modern smartwatches make for amazing updated spy-like gadgets. For something with that classic Bond styling, look no further than the Tag Heuer Connected. The technology means you can stay connected with your advisors during extreme night-out missions, while GPS and Google Translate mean you’ll never be lost behind enemy lines.
Handy Gadgets
Much like his watches, Bond’s pens were often more than just pens. It’s no laser shooting tranquilising weapon, however this top tech pen means you can transfer your paper notes to your device with ease. It is a wonderful gift for those who still enjoy writing secret notes, as opposed to typing, but still want to benefit from the handiness of a smaller device.
Talking of small devices, James Bond’s health and fitness levels probably needed to be in tip top condition. Thankfully there’s an app for that… and a gadget! Motiv’s fitness tracking ring is a discrete and stylish way to monitor overall health levels. This titanium encased ring not only looks the part, but it tracks sleep and fitness levels too. A great way to get fit for all those important missions!
After all that exercising and writing, a world class agent will need a good night’s rest. The Motiv ring will be able to monitor your sleep easily, however a useful gadget for a workaholic agent would be the Muse Headband. This personal meditation assistant will help any agent get a wonderful night’s sleep, which will help prepare for the next mission.
Ultimate Secret Lair
With all these gadgets, building an undercover bunker may be needed to keep these cool gadgets out of enemy hands. If money is no object, then a cool basement conversion could be the answer to your security needs. This spy den may include your very own cocktail making station, swimming pool to keep fit or a home cinema where you can catch up on all Bond films!
Of course, security will be of high importance and only you should have access to the secret lair. How about a top of the range biometric fingerprint scanner? This gadget was first seen in Diamonds Are Forever where Bond sneakily uses a fake fingerprint to fool Tiffany Case. However, advancements since 1971 mean that these gadgets are more widespread, intelligent and readily available, making it easier for you to protect your Bond mancave.
There you have it, the ultimate guide for any normal guy to transform into the world’s most loved undercover spy! These ideas would make for wonderful gifts or even if you are just buying for yourself, you will sure to be Bond-ready in no time.
