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Italy's Oldest Pen Maker Montegrappa- The James Bond Collection and Beyond
Montegrappa 007 Spymaster Duo-
This Pen is Mightier than the Sword- Italy's oldest pen maker has produced a fountain pen that could have come straight out of Q Branch, with hidden secrets, mechanical complications and ground-breaking gadgetry. I delve into Montegrappa's history, and then have a hands-on look at not just the James Bond Limited Editions, but beautiful pens paying homage to Ernest Hemingway, Dante Alighieri, Copernicus, Barbie, Harry Potter, Lamborghini and more!
Many thanks to Ann and Umesh at Montegrappa for all their help!
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Quantum of Solace Pretitles Sequence Aston Homage
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Part of the Pre Title Sequence for Episode One of Donk's Modest Collection, I "borrow" Donk's DBS, Lady Luciana, in a race to get Cameraman Gavin to the shoot. #jamesbond #007 #60yearsofBond #thebondvivant #quantumofsolace #danielcraig #astonmartin Full video here- czcams.com/video/Zi3g0G_WQJU/video.html Instagram- @vivant Twitter- @ond Facebook- @.vivant CZcams:@thebondvivant8030 Link Tree @Vi...
Skyfall Q Meets Bond Homage
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Our little recreation of the iconic scene from Skyfall, when Craig's 007 meets Ben Wishaw's Q for the first time. Huge thanks to my son, Jack, who absolutely nails it as Q! I hope that you enjoy! #jamesbond #007 #60yearsofBond #thebondvivant #skyfall #danielcraig #benwishaw #qbranch Instagram- @vivant Twitter- @ond Facebook- @.vivant CZcams:@thebondvivant8030 Link Tree @Vivant We make our films...
From Russia With Love Pre Titles Sequence Homage
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Our little recreation of the iconic Pre Title Sequence of From Russia With Love. I hope that you enjoy! #jamesbond #007 #60yearsofBond #thebondvivant #fromrussiawithlove #seanconnery Instagram- @vivant Twitter- @ond Facebook- @.vivant CZcams:@thebondvivant8030 Link Tree @Vivant We make our films for free, and are trying to avoid monetising the channel. To support us and to enable us to continue...
Lock & Co Hats James Bond Collection: Limited Editions- The Vesper & The Auric Anniversary
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#goldfinger #jamesbond #007 #seanconnery #thebondvivant #lockhatters @lockhatters #vesperlynd #casinoroyale #danielcraig I visit James Bond's hat makers Lock & Co. of St James, to chat to Michael Hagon about 2 new additions to their James Bond Collection- The Vesper, an exact replica of the trilby originally created for Eva Green's Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale, and The Auric Anniversary Edition...
Bond Back In Auction...! The Steve Oxenrider Bond Collection Part 2- Toys & Games
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I return to Ewbank’s Auction house in Surrey for the second part of the incredible Steve Oxenrider James Bond Collection auction- this time focusing on 007 Toys & Games. The vast collection of around 32,000 items is so big it will have to be sold in three parts. I have exclusive access to the collection and I get the chance to chat to Ewbank’s Head of Entertainment & Memorabilia, Alastair McCre...
Code Name: FORT KNOX- 007GB Goldfinger 60th Exclusive Anniversary Event
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00:00 Gunbarrel 00:23 Introduction 01:03 Titles 03:00 Philip & Warren 11:56 Tom & Ciaran Really,007! 18:43 Steve Dasgupta 21:02 Scarlett Sotiris 23:49 Norman Wanstall 41:35 End Titles After only launching last year, 007GB Great British Fan Club has become the largest 007 fan club in the World. The Man With The Midas Touch, Phil Dewhurst, and his team struck gold last year with some unforgettabl...
New TBV Title Sequence
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The new title sequence for The Bond Vivant Channel, featuring music produced by Duck Blackwell, who wrote one of the contenders for the title theme for The World Is Not Enough, from which this is taken.
The 3 Wise Lazenbys...
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My little homage to the only Bond Christmas film, On Her Majesty's Secret Service.....And it's a Cracker...
007 Christmas Present Bondanza
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Are your friends or loved ones struggling to find a cracking James Bond-themed Christmas present for you, or are you looking for the perfect gift for the Bond fan in your life? You've come to the right place! I guide you through gift ideas to suit all budgets. Let the festivities commence! #jamesbond #thebondvivant #christmassweater #danielcraig You Only Give Twice Large Print Sweatshirt- www.e...
Bond Back In Auction...! The Steve Oxenrider Bond Collection Part One
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The world's biggest catalogue of 007 memorabilia is being sold by Bond Community Legend, Steve Oxenrider, including posters, autographs, ticket stubs and brochures, which could reach £1million at Ewbanks auction. The vast collection of around 32,000 items is so big it will have to be sold in three parts. I have exclusive access to the collection and chat about how it came to go under the hammer...
10k subscribers! Thank You!
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I'm still pinching myself! Thank you so much to everyone who has supported the channel over the last 3 years- you have made this channel what it is today. Special thanks to wingman, Gav, the guys at Propstore London, Lock & Co, Turnbull & Asser, Donk, Dents Gloves, Rob for his DBS and my son Jack for being a legend! Thanks to you all for watching and messaging me. I hope that you continue to en...
Aston Martin DB10 & SPECTRE Auction
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Back in March 2016, I was able to have an exclusive hands-on look at some iconic pieces from SPECTRE that were going up for auction. Not only did I get a close-up look at the props, costumes and watches from SPECTRE, I had the incredible opportunity to sit in and play with the Aston Martin DB10 used in the film! #jamesbond #Bond007 #JamesBond007 #60YearsofBond #astonmartin #db10 #spectre #james...
Keeping the British End Up! The Bond Vivant & The British James Bond Fan Club Gala on HMS Belfast
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Keeping the British End Up! The Bond Vivant & The British James Bond Fan Club Gala on HMS Belfast
The Best Bond Collection...in the World? Part 3!
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The Best Bond Collection...in the World? Part 3!
My Interview With Maryam D'Abo!
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My Interview With Maryam D'Abo!
60 Years of James Bond Hats Exhibition at Lock & Co Hatters
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60 Years of James Bond Hats Exhibition at Lock & Co Hatters
Bond Vivant: Optional Extras- Deck The Halls with Bondie Baubles!
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Bond Vivant: Optional Extras- Deck The Halls with Bondie Baubles!
Michael G Wilson & The 60 Years of James Bond Auction
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Michael G Wilson & The 60 Years of James Bond Auction
James Bond Cars at The Bonhams Festival of Speed Auction!
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James Bond Cars at The Bonhams Festival of Speed Auction!
Lock & Co Hatters' James Bond Collection
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Lock & Co Hatters' James Bond Collection
The Bond Vivant Pre Titles Sequences- A Homage to our Favourite Bond Moments
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The Bond Vivant Pre Titles Sequences- A Homage to our Favourite Bond Moments
The "We Have All The Time In The World" Wedding Ring from On Her Majesty's Secret Service
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The "We Have All The Time In The World" Wedding Ring from On Her Majesty's Secret Service
An Alternative Christmas Message from The Bond Vivant
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An Alternative Christmas Message from The Bond Vivant

Komentáře

  • @juliandigby314
    @juliandigby314 Před 23 hodinami

    I think I'll have to stick with my 3 click Parker pen. Fabulous video 🖋

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 22 hodinami

      Thanks, Julian! Just make sure you don't lose count...

  • @meestafreeski
    @meestafreeski Před dnem

    I think I prefer the Special Issue PPK fountain pen! Looks spot on!

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 23 hodinami

      I think it would be even better if Montegrappa out the cufflinks into the Special Issue version as well!

  • @thedouble0section348

    Sub zero cool! THX

  • @seanwarren5613
    @seanwarren5613 Před 7 dny

    Love this..!😆

  • @seanwarren5613
    @seanwarren5613 Před 7 dny

    Great stuff, Blair👌😉

  • @andrealang3393
    @andrealang3393 Před 19 dny

    Promo-SM 🌸

  • @shaundavenport621
    @shaundavenport621 Před 19 dny

    I had a plastic one with pop out fins!Even my toy one broke down! Cheers Lotus😅

  • @tommydangerfyi
    @tommydangerfyi Před 28 dny

    "Inevitability of staying too long in a franchise" this is so well done!!

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 28 dny

      Thanks, Tommy! Glad you enjoyed our little drama! Did check out some of our other films. This was just the prattles scene to my review of the Q Swatch. Dive in, the water's warm!

  • @matthewwhitney1693
    @matthewwhitney1693 Před 28 dny

    Guys this was one of my absolute favourites,when we watched this originally we were all in black tie as we'd been to a nice dinner event we came back a little worse for ware watched some CZcams and saw this people were just wondering round my back garden with my Airsoft ppk , hahaha.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 27 dny

      Absolutely how our videos should be enjoyed- slightly trousered in black trousers!

  • @matthewwhitney1693
    @matthewwhitney1693 Před 28 dny

    I'd love one of those octopussy t shirts.

  • @matthewwhitney1693
    @matthewwhitney1693 Před 28 dny

    Sorry I'm late Blair, fantastic video, actually quite like the auric

  • @PharaohMan007
    @PharaohMan007 Před 28 dny

    Don't button the bottom button! D:

  • @fabianfreitag8744
    @fabianfreitag8744 Před 29 dny

    At 3:46 I’m glad you catch that quote from You only live twice.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 28 dny

      I've always wanted to be able to slot it into one of my video! I served Donald Pleasance champagne at 11am once in my bar. Total legend!

  • @chankenneth866
    @chankenneth866 Před 29 dny

    Very good.Please do Die Another Day as well!

  • @brianmlevesque
    @brianmlevesque Před měsícem

    Poor Gavin left Shaken Not Stirred

  • @rgb_goblin6226
    @rgb_goblin6226 Před měsícem

    you deffinetly have the fashion of James Bond

  • @rgb_goblin6226
    @rgb_goblin6226 Před měsícem

    you should definately be the next james bond like maybe when james bond is retired and they call him back for a final secret mission or something.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Can you get in contact with Barbara Broccoli at EON? I'm definitely up for it if she is!

  • @fletchersykes1660
    @fletchersykes1660 Před měsícem

    Loved this🔥🔥🔥

  • @James-cs2wi
    @James-cs2wi Před měsícem

    I very much miss the Lotus S1 and S2 and Roger Moore sadly❤😊😢

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Me too. Maybe EON will bring back the Lotus as new Bond's personal car, much like they have used the DB5 and V8 Vantage with Craig's 007...?

  • @Guitarwolfluke
    @Guitarwolfluke Před měsícem

    Excellent video!

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Thanks, Luke! Much appreciated. It was an experience that I will never forget.

  • @MaxxKotlarek
    @MaxxKotlarek Před měsícem

    Bro you are the best reviews and the best videos for people who get into Playmobil

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I’ll be sure to make another Playmobil video soon!

  • @kevinrogers8779
    @kevinrogers8779 Před měsícem

    Excellent! The enthusiasm from you both is infectious! I love anything to do with SFX and behind-the-scenes from Bond and his work with those sounds is just iconic. The way he worked in that era is the perfect mix of tech and art that I feel has been lost in this digital age. Good on you and Norman for a great interview that keeps the past alive for future Bond fans!

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Thanks, Kevin! Norman was such a gentleman, and what a fascinating life he has led. A true Bond Icon!

  • @Rollinman
    @Rollinman Před měsícem

    Just watched this I admire your eccentricity and humour, Well put together pal you must of had a laugh making it

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Cheers! It was a long day, and damn hot. But it was a giggle to make!

  • @Charlie_Duz
    @Charlie_Duz Před měsícem

    Really needs a Shirley Eaton in gold paint and a Pussy Galore. I'd buy that as a variant.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      That's a great idea! We should pitch it to PlayMobil! Might not be suitable for children, though!

    • @Charlie_Duz
      @Charlie_Duz Před měsícem

      @@thebondvivant8030 😂 That's a point, but then Bond is a state sanctioned assassin and Odd-Job is never gonna win Father of the Year. Anyone got a 3D printer doing nothing?

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      @@Charlie_Duz Let me know!

  • @ethanli4191
    @ethanli4191 Před měsícem

    Best bond and Bond girls

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    You have a lot of fun putting these together. Love the guy getting instant justice as he tries to break into the turbo esprit. What a great video you have here of the cars. The restoration story is awesome.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Thanks Rog! The guy getting blown up is my son, Jack, who has met a grisly end in a few of my videos!

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    No Time To Die is not the real title, it s actually Time To Die.

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    I cannot think of any TV or film series that celebrates like the Bond films do. No matter how long ago or how big or small the part, it is celebrated. I was able to meet and speak with Lynn-Holly Johnson (Bibi Dahl from For Your Eyes Only) for a few minutes during intermission at a Bond concert a few years ago, she had not changed at all since 1981. What a beautiful woman. I could not resist, but I told her if she'd put her clothes on that I'd buy her an ice cream. We both laughed and it was a great encounter with her. I cannot match you Blair, as you've met so many, but that was my Bond moment.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      I met her at the same concert (if it was the Sounds of 007 at The Albert Hall one!), and she was utterly charming. I said that she was a legend, and her daughter, who was standing nearby, screamed out to her friends, "You see- you are a legend!". She still has it!

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    You have a fantastic passion and hobby Blair. You are very fortunate to have experienced what you have.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      I have led a blessed Bond life, and count myself very lucky!

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    What an incredible one on one tour of Donks museum. After handling all the special merchandise, I have to imagine you will not wash your hands any more, LOL! I am curious, does Donk have this items labeled, identified in display cases or what? Does he have a pretty good size place to display it all? I have not seen all the videos yet, but he also has an Aston Martin ? If so, which one?

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Hi Rog! Donk does have some items displayed, but most of the weapons are stored securely offsite. Donk does have an Aston- a DB9 Sport, which he has adapted to mimic the DBS from Casino Royale (which was, in fact, a a 54 plate DB9 with cosmetic additions which would later be used on the DBS production cars). His actually has the actual exhaust caps off the screen car and the front number plate which turned out to be TT 378 - 20 from Casino Royale!

  • @fabianwylie8707
    @fabianwylie8707 Před měsícem

    Oh my gosh , Just came across this video posting and truly amazed , the second lotus in the for your eyes only is my favourite ❤ ,,, Thanks for posting

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Thanks for your kind comments, Fabian, and glad that you enjoyed the video! It was one of the best days of my life and such fun to make. Do check out some of our other Bond videos, as they are quite fun, too!

  • @rog9601
    @rog9601 Před měsícem

    Unbelievable

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      I am always dumbstruck whenever I visit Donk and see what treasures he has in store for us. He's such an engaging guy and a world authority.

    • @rog9601
      @rog9601 Před měsícem

      @@thebondvivant8030 the real question is "what does he NOT have? " :) Absolutely amazing.

  • @memorialgardens1664
    @memorialgardens1664 Před měsícem

    My daddy had an S1 and S2 I went to boarding school in the 70s there was a lot of jealousy😂🧠💪💚 thanks dad for the memories x and had 007 At the top of the numberplate much to my mother’s dismay.💕🙏

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      Oh that is so cool! What a legend your dad was! Extremely jealous. My dad had an Aston DB6 (not a DB5, but close enough). But he never picked me up from school in it!

    • @memorialgardens1664
      @memorialgardens1664 Před měsícem

      @@thebondvivant8030 That’s incredible my dad also had the Aston Martin DB6S The one with the wire spoke wheels, metallic bronze with pink leather interior. Wow Great times Thanks for a great video 🙋‍♂️💚🤝

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před měsícem

      You are more than welcome! Do have a gander at some of our other videos. I think that you'll find them fun!@@memorialgardens1664

  • @alexandru-ionutvoicu777
    @alexandru-ionutvoicu777 Před měsícem

    great :)

  • @FTW523.
    @FTW523. Před 2 měsíci

    You need a goldfinger to keep one on the road

  • @JamesBond-yb8sf
    @JamesBond-yb8sf Před 2 měsíci

    Ohhh Blair... you've got in your hands some items I've bought 😀😊

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Tell me it was The Sensitiser!!!!!

    • @JamesBond-yb8sf
      @JamesBond-yb8sf Před 2 měsíci

      Oh no 😁... it was a very funny item that I knew already but wasn't at the top of my bucket list@@thebondvivant8030

  • @lewis72
    @lewis72 Před 2 měsíci

    Yes, I had a 1986 Saab 900 T16S. That was very laggy. It's why we had the "Dual Carriageway 2 Miles Ahead" signs, so Saab Turbo drivers knew when to press the throttle for an overtake. Loved it though. Went like stink even though it was only 175bhp.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Ha ha ha! That is brilliant! The 900 is my other half's favourite car. They are sub-zero cool

    • @lewis72
      @lewis72 Před 2 měsíci

      @@thebondvivant8030 I had mine in the mid-late '80s. I was living in Derby and my then girlfriend was in Felixstowe. I noticed that at 90mph (indicated) and above (!), with the sunroof back, you could hear a constant whistle from the turbo, as the engine needed boost all the time to push that brick through the air at that speed. It was very sensitive to tyre choice and suspension wear but when it was all sorted, the thing drove arrow straight and left most cars behind. I have an E39 M5 now but still miss much about that 900.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Got to love that M5's V8!@@lewis72

    • @lewis72
      @lewis72 Před 2 měsíci

      @@thebondvivant8030 I actually think that a manual E39 530i Sport would give you 90% of the E39 M5 for about 30% of the cost !

  • @johnball716
    @johnball716 Před 2 měsíci

    Nice interview, always enjoy your videos.. 👍

  • @bernardabelsbondchannel
    @bernardabelsbondchannel Před 2 měsíci

    Original Goldbarren🎉from Goldfinger how Amazing

  • @seanwarren5613
    @seanwarren5613 Před 2 měsíci

    Always great seeing you out and about at these establishments, Blair.🫡

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks, Sean! Always love visiting Lock & Co. Hope all's well with you

  • @tomwolfpack8888
    @tomwolfpack8888 Před 2 měsíci

    I went on a spree, ordered the Bond aston, the knight rider kitt, the Magnum pi ferrari and a offroad porsche

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Oh that is brilliant! Sorely tempted by Magnum's 308. Maybe pitch it as a Father's Day present to myself!

    • @rog9601
      @rog9601 Před měsícem

      You only live once...enjoy !

  • @thedouble0section348
    @thedouble0section348 Před 2 měsíci

    LOVE IT! £1000 for the Beetle??? Crikey. I might have to raid my toy box! Thanks for posting. Always brilliant.😍

  • @meestafreeski
    @meestafreeski Před 2 měsíci

    That Sensitser is hysterical! Thanks for the great video!

  • @kevinrogers8779
    @kevinrogers8779 Před 2 měsíci

    Fine work as usual! Amazing collection!

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks Kevin! Lots of fun things to add to the collection!

  • @andrewmeiners9205
    @andrewmeiners9205 Před 2 měsíci

    does the trunk open?

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Unfortunately not. It would have been a great place to store all those gold bars!

  • @Alfaskulls
    @Alfaskulls Před 2 měsíci

    🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹😀

  • @richardmiranda640
    @richardmiranda640 Před 2 měsíci

    Oh, please give me a break

  • @Delilah.Elizabeth
    @Delilah.Elizabeth Před 3 měsíci

    I watched her Bond women documentary. Thank you for sharing this interview! 💜

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for watching! Maryam was fascinating to chat to, and I loved her Bond Women doc, too!

  • @matthewwhitney1693
    @matthewwhitney1693 Před 3 měsíci

    Excellent video guys, loving the new titles epic and classy sums up The bond vivant perfectly.

    • @thebondvivant8030
      @thebondvivant8030 Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks, Matthew! They're a bit long, but they do give a great overview of some of our best bits!

  • @user-oe1mb9hu9i
    @user-oe1mb9hu9i Před 3 měsíci

    I was next door neighbour to a VERY rich couple bak when those skis "Olin Mark Vi" were being made. As they were about THE most expensive mass production ski on the market they of course each had a pair ... They used them for one season and then gave me those skis ! I've never ever skied on something as good. Aramid honeycomb carbon fibre back in the days when those materials were only heard of for NASA ... They were unusually heavy, but so precise and gobbled up anything the slopes could throw at them. Olin were American so to actually have a pair over here in Europe was like being an oil Sheikh. I even had those same red Salomon bindings. They must have seen the film and ordered them. (He drove a white Ferrari Dino back then).