What Watch Does Keanu Reeves wear in John Wick?
John Wick wears the Manero AutoDate from Swiss luxury brand, Carl F. Bucherer. Wick goes for the silver dial, which adds a touch of elegance to the already dressy and spec-forward design. Uniquely, he wears the dial on his inside wrist.
To the greater audience, the John Wick franchise is a cinema icon because of the groundbreaking fight scenes. Remember the Red Circle shoot-out? The “Gun-fu” is on-point and the lighting is downright artistic.
Style-lovers specifically may have noticed something else, something equally as artistic: The fashion.
Costume designer, Luca Mosca, ensures all John Wick’s clothes and accessories match the character and the aesthetic of the movie to great detail—and this includes the titular character’s watch.
Since you’re here, you’re probably one of the aforementioned style lovers. Let’s talk about the watch that John Wick wears and how he wears it.
What Kind of Watch Does John Wick Wear?
John Wick wears the Manero AutoDate from Carl F. Bucherer.
The AutoDate leans more into the dressy side of the line, but is still built pretty solidly. It has all of the specs you’d expect from a high-end Swiss Made timepiece, from the AR-coated sapphire crystal to the Swiss automatic movement.
Luxury Swiss brand Carl F. Bucherer is under the Bucherer AG group, which is the biggest watch and jewelry retailer in Europe.
The AutoDate leans more into the dressy side of the line, but is still built pretty solidly. It has all of the specs you’d expect from a high-end Swiss Made timepiece, from the AR-coated sapphire crystal to the Swiss automatic movement.
You can even watch this gold-and-silver-toned, 25 jewel movement via the exhibition caseback.
What Watch Does Keanu Reeves Wear in John Wick?
John Wick sports several black-suit combinations throughout the franchise, but only one watch, and that’s indeed the Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate.
The movie’s costume designer, Luca Mosca, is known for being wildly detailed, so I wouldn’t be surprised if every single quality was considered when choosing this watch. For example, Mosca probably chose the silver dial because of how legible it is against Wick’s black suits, and in the dark situations he tends to get into (like the prior-mentioned shoot-out).
Style-wise, it also matches Wick’s dapper aesthetic, as does the black alligator strap that he pairs the watch with, though it also looks elegant with a stainless steel bracelet. Meanwhile, the 38mm size is both more traditional for a dress watch, while also being less bulky—can’t let anything weigh down those punches.
The AutoDate also comes in a blue dial, black dial, and a 41mm case size.
And since it’s a dress watch, it doesn’t have a lume. When Wick is sneaking around corners for a surprise attack, it would be a shame if the watch lit up and gave away his position.
What Watch Does Keanu Reeves Wear in John Wick 2?
Keanu again sports the Manero AutoDate from Carl F. Bucherer in John Wick 2, but at this point, you and other eagle-eyed watchers might notice how he wears his watch.
John Wick wears his Manero AutoDate in a distinct way, and that’s on his inner wrist instead of the traditional outer wrist.
As mentioned, Mosca scrutinized the aesthetics of this film. Even Wick’s suits accommodate the physicality involved in his profession. Put any action scene in slow-mo, and you’ll notice his suits have higher armholes and a double-vented rear. Compare that to Daniel Craig’s impeccably-tailored Bond suits.
Wick’s character history involves time as a Marine in the 2nd Battalion. Many combat marines wear the dial on their inner wrist so that the glare of the watch won’t give away their positions.
Also, the AutoDate’s sapphire crystal is scratch-resistant but it’s not fully shatter-proof, so he could be doing this to avoid damaging it during fights.
When it comes to fashion symbolism though, perhaps Mosca also wanted to style him uniquely. Not to belabor the Bond comparison, but the fictional superspy is known for a classic, on-template kind of dapper. Meanwhile, John Wick, a literal hitman and child of the Russian mafia, has more edge and unconventional touches—without compromising the overall classy style though.
What Watch Does Keanu Reeves Wear in John Wick 3?
By John Wick 3, not only has the Manero AutoDate become Wick’s signature, but Carl F. Bucherer’s synonymousness with the franchise is fully cinched.
Even outside of the fictional universe, Keanu Reeves wore a super sporty Patravi Travel Tech II GMT, also by Carl F. Bucherer, to the premiere of John Wick 3: Parabellum.
Another cool tidbit is the fact that Keanu Reeves gifted personalized Rolex Submariners to all four of his stuntmen in the movie. They were engraved with, “The John Wick Five / Thank You / Keanu / JW4 /2021”.
My Favorite Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate Homage
Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto
The see-through case back of the Viewmatic presents the perfect opportunity to see contemporary watchmaking and quality craftsmanship working in harmony.
Both the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic and the Manero AutoDate are based on classic 1960s designs, incorporating sharp-edged elements into an otherwise delicate watch template. This H32715551 variant has the same high-glisten silver sunray dial and dagger indices. There’s a trade-off when it comes to visual balance though, as the Jazzmaster has a simpler dial and more complex case (the AutoDate has a smooth case and an isolated center dial).
Still, both are Swiss Made with exhibition casebacks, with the Hamilton at a fraction of the price of the Bucherer. Based on what qualities you’re willing to trade in about the Manero Autodate, the entire Jazzmaster subline is worth checking out. The H32515555 variant is also a close match, with an even closer case size at 40mm, but has Arabic cardinals.
3 Carl F. Bucherer Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate Alternatives
Orient Bambino
The design of the original Bambino, one must realize that it is anchored by two things: a domed crystal, and a domed dial. It would be these two features that would link all the Bambino collections together.
My choice budget alternative, this version of the second generation Orient Bambino encapsulates the general vibe of the Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate, with its mix of strong and soft features but an overall dressier look. It has the sword hands, the lustrous silver dial, and dagger-esque indices. They’re not as sharp as the ones on the AutoDate, but they’re much bigger, upping the legibility factor.
The Bambino is a generally simpler watch, which also makes it a bit more versatile, though it’s a millimeter bigger at 39mm. Functionally, it also runs on an in-house automatic movement, though not at the Swiss hard-hitter level. For usually under $150 though, this watch has a lot to offer.
Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80
The models display exquisite elegance with details such as Roman numerals and a traditional Le Locle signature which complete the picture of classical chic.
The Tissot Le Locle has the same refined and dimensional aesthetic as the Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate, but leans harder into the textures, sections, and general excess. If Wick wore the Le Locle instead, he’d definitely have to position it on his inside wrist, because there’s a lot more glisten on its silver dial face than there is on the AutoDate’s silver face. Other dressier elements include the feuille hands and the Roman numerals.
And though it’s a fraction of the cost, the Le Locle also boasts Swiss Made status. It runs on a beautiful automatic movement that you can view through the caseback. The Powermatic 80 is named after its own 80-hour power reserve.
Tudor Glamour Day-Date
The Tudor Glamour Day-Date is an on-par alternative, boasting just as much design and horological chops. It’s simpler and more modern, with thin batons and a feuille-style hands on a similarly shiny silver dial.
For around the same price as the Bucherer, the Tudor Glamour Day-Date is an on-par alternative, boasting just as much design and horological chops. It’s simpler and more modern, with thin batons and a feuille-style hands on a similarly shiny silver dial. The generally clean dial face is balanced out with a full day window, just like a Rolex Day-Date.
If you’re looking for an equally impressive but less hard-edged timepiece, this tactile, self-winding Rolex-adjacent model is an effective choice.
Where Style Meets Action
It’s interesting to see how the groundswell of interest in John Wick’s watch has become a full-blown fandom. Arguably, Carl F. Bucherer’s growing audience has a lot to do with its presence in the franchise. And with a fourth installment coming out, it’s safe to say this audience will keep getting bigger.
The AutoDate leans more into the dressy side of the line, but is still built pretty solidly. It has all of the specs you’d expect from a high-end Swiss Made timepiece, from the AR-coated sapphire crystal to the Swiss automatic movement.
FAQs
What watch does Winston wear in John Wick 2?
Winston, played by Ian McShane, wears a Carl F. Bucherer Manero AutoDate, similar to John Wick’s, but with a black dial instead of silver.
What watch does Halle Berry wear in John Wick?
Sofia, played by Halle Berry, wears a Manero Peripheral, which combines dressy, opulent features, like a diamond-clad bezel, with harder-edged qualities, like the dagger indices.
What watch does Cassian wear in John Wick 2?
Cassian, played by Common, wears the Patravi ScubaTec by Carl F. Bucherer in steel with black dial.
