As one of the highest-earning superstars in the world, Messi naturally possesses a collection of luxurious and expensive items, including watches. The football player owns a collection of watches with impressive names, ranging from Jacob & Co, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, to Patek Philippe.
Rolex Yacht Master 116655
During his visit to France in 2021 to sign a contract with PSG, Messi wore the Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm model. Introduced in 2015, the Rolex Yacht Master 116655 is the first watch model in the brand’s history to feature a rubber strap. This strap system is called the Rolex Oysterflex and is only combined with the case of the Yacht Master model, not any other iconic Rolex watch.
Beneath the outer rubber layer is a metal blade made of a titanium and nickel alloy, tightly attached to the case to shape the strap and fit the wrist. The 2015 Rolex Yacht Master appears with a black dial and a black cerachrom bezel. This watch model has a starting price of $22,300 (approximately 527 million dong) but has now increased to around $35-40,000 on luxury retail platforms.
Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Sky Blue EC323.42.AA.AA.BBRUA
Messi not only owns many expensive watch models but is also a brand ambassador for the world-famous watch brand Jacob & Co. The football player often wears various models of Jacob & Co watches, including the Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Sky Blue EC323.42.AA.AA.BBRUA, a 47mm watch priced at 34,500 euros (over 921 million dong). This watch model features an 18K rose gold and titanium case, a blue crystal dial, and a blue rubber strap with an 18K rose gold buckle.
Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Messi Titanium EC313.20.PE.LL.K
Lionel Messi also owns a watch model named after him, the Epic X Chrono Messi Titanium EC313.20.PE.LL.K. With a diameter of 47mm, it contains a chronograph movement consisting of 260 parts and has a power reserve of 48 hours. On the dial, at the 2 o’clock position, there is a red number 10 – Messi’s jersey number at Barcelona. On the back, the sapphire crystal features the superstar’s signature.
The blue and white color scheme of the watch is inspired by the Argentine flag, Messi’s home country. According to Forbes, this watch is valued at $150,000 (3.4 biℓℓion dong). The accessory is water-resistant up to 200 meters and is limited to 180 pieces.
Jacob Grand Complication Epic SF24 ES802.20.BD.BD.A
One of the most expensive watch models in Messi’s collection is the Jacob Grand Complication. This watch has a diameter of 45mm, an 18K rose gold case with natural diamonds, a sapphire crystal, a crocodile leather strap, and an 18K gold folding clasp. It is priced at over $200,000 (4.5 biℓℓion dong).
Hublot Tourbillon Solo Bɑnɡ Ceramic 305.CM.002.RX
In a photo with Neymar and Luis Suarez, Messi can be seen wearing the Hublot Tourbillon Solo Bɑnɡ Ceramic 305.CM.002.RX watch. This watch features a ceramic case with a diameter of 44mm and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. It comes with a rubber strap and is produced in a limited edition of 50 pieces worldwide, priced at $137,000 (3.1 biℓℓion dong).
Patek Philippe 5711/1A-011
The renowned brand Patek Philippe also makes its presence in Messi’s list of preferred luxury watches. During the 2019 Ballon d’Or ceremony, Messi wore the Patek Philippe 5711/1A-011 watch. This stainless steel watch is priced at $77,000 (1.7 biℓℓion dong) and is no longer available on the market. The heart of the Patek Philippe 5711/1A-011 is a self-winding mechanical movement with the code 26-330 SC, operating at a frequency of 4Hz and offering a maximum power reserve of 45 hours. The stainless steel design also ensures the watch’s water resistance up to a depth of 120 meters.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Leo Messi
In 2010, Messi collaborated with the brand Audemars Piguet to introduce a watch named after him, the Royal Oak “Leo Messi” Chronograph. This watch was produced in a limited edition of 1000 pieces worldwide, available in three material options: steel/tantalum, rose gold/tantalum, and platinum/tantalum. The watch strap can be made of either alligator leather or natural rubber, with prices ranging from $30,400 to $83,300 (694 million dong to 1.9 biℓℓion dong) depending on the design.