The Watches of World Leaders
Ever wondered what watches the world’s most powerful people wear? From understated elegance to bold statements, here are some world leaders and the timepieces they trust to stay on time.
Emmanuel Macron (France) Macron keeps it elegant yet discreet with a Cartier Tank (~$6,000). A symbol of French sophistication, perfectly aligned with his image as a modern statesman.
King Charles III (UK) The British monarch wears a Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Chronograph (~$10,000). Quietly luxurious the watch complements his royal style.
Vladimir Putin (Russia) Putin is a fan of high-end luxury watches. His collection includes the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar (ref. 5039) worth $60,000 and the A. Lange & Söhne Tourbograph valued at $500,000. Subtle? Not exactly.
Justin Trudeau (Canada) Trudeau rocks the IWC Pilot’s Watch Mark XVIII (~$4,250). Rugged yet refined, just like his political image. A nod to Canada’s strong aviation history? Maybe.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Ukraine) Zelenskyy wears a Luminox Navy SEAL 3501 (~$400). Practical, durable, and no-frills—just like his leadership during tough times. A watch built for resilience.
Narendra Modi (India) Modi favours an Apple Watch Series 8 (~$399). Tech-savvy and forward-thinking, it’s a reflection of his push for a digital India.
Xi Jinping (China) Xi opts for understated luxury with a Vacheron Constantin Patrimony (~$30,000). This classic piece aligns with his image of quiet power and control.
Kim Jong-un (North Korea) Kim reportedly wears an IWC Portofino Automatic (~$12,000). Surprising? Perhaps. But the watch reflects a taste for Western luxury in an otherwise isolated regime.
Source: Superwatchman
Olaf Scholz (Germany) Germany’s Chancellor keeps it practical and professional with a Nomos Tangente (~$2,000). A minimalist Bauhaus design perfectly embodies German engineering.
Mohammed bin Salman (Saudi Arabia) MBS sports the ultra-luxurious Richard Mille RM 27-03 (~$800,000). Flashy and futuristic, this watch perfectly aligns with his bold and ambitious persona. Is it worth the money though…who knows!
Fumio Kishida (Japan) Kishida stays loyal to Japanese craftsmanship with a Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake (~$6,000). Precision, elegance, and innovation—all hallmarks of Japanese design.
Donald Trump (USA) Trump has bee seen wearing a vast array of watches including Rolex, Vacheron Constantin and even his own watch ‘Trump Watches’. One watch in particular he has been seen wearing a lot is his Patek Philippe ‘Golden Ellipse’ Ref. 3738/122 (~$40,000).
Do any of these come as a surprise to you, if so which one? Also I know most of these people are likely to have a collection and multiple different watches, these are just some they have been seen wearing more regularly.