Cartier
1953 Cartier Tank 'Bec d'Aigle' (Eagle beak)
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A very rare and well preserved iconic wristwatch.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic and elegant watch design since its launch about 100 years ago. This particular example, manufactured in 1953, features 'Eagle beak' lugs, the unpolished case and the original dial are in superb condition. The size of this man's watch may seems a bit small in comparison to the oversized watches made in the 2000s, but in these days, and still today, it was what an elegant man was looking for.
THE STORY
The design of the Tank was inspired by the armored vehicles that proved essential during World War I. It is stunning that such an industrial inspiration led to such an elegant watch, which remains timeless 100 years later. Cartier offered many variations of the Tank model, and we have a soft spot for this rare version with the 'Eagle beak' lugs. Of course, you have the black Roman numerals, blued hands and original octogonal crown.
THE DATA
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Tank 'Bec d'Aigle' (Eagle beak)
- Reference: N/A
- Case N°: 1640xx 0172xx
- Year: 1953
- Material: Solid 18k Yellow gold
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 19x33x7mm
- Caliber: Cartier hand wound, serial 14677xx
- Bracelet/Strap: Genuine black aligator with Cartier pin buckle
- Lug width: 14mm
- Box/Papers: Cartier Box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in overall excellent condition. The back of the case has still its original brushed finish and the watch comes with a new black aligator strap and Cartier box. The gold hallmarks on the back and side of the case, just as the serial numbers, are crisp and legible. The mineral crystal is 'bombé' just as it should be. It has an elegant presence on the wrist an can be worn daily and for more formal occasions.
1990s Cartier Tank 'Louis Cartier' Large - Ref. 2441
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WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic and elegant watch design since its launch about 100 years ago. The example we have here features an oversized yellow gold case with a convenient date and seconds, making this an ideal dress watch.
THE STORY
The design of the Tank was inspired by the armored vehicles that proved essential during World War I. It is stunning that such an industrial inspiration led to such an elegant watch, which remains timeless 100 years later. Cartier offered many variations of the Tank model, and we have a soft spot for the convenient version with the date such as this example from the 1990s. Of course, you have the black Roman numerals, blued hands and cabochon sapphire that made the legend of Cartier.
THE DATA
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Tank 'Louis Cartier'
- Reference: 2441
- Case N°: 318xxxMG
- Year: 1990s
- Material: Solid 18k Yellow gold
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 26x34x7mm
- Caliber: Cartier 687 Quartz
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 20mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in overall very good condition. The back of the case has still its original brushed finish and the watch comes with a new black leather strap with its original 18k solid gold buckle. The saphire crystal is 'bombé' just as it should be. It has a nice presence on the wrist an can be worn daily and for more formal occasions.
2000s Cartier Tank Solo Large - Ref. 2715
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WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic and elegant watch design since its launch about 100 years ago. The example we have here features an oversized stainless steel case with a nice Art-Deco touch, making this an ideal dress watch.
THE STORY
The design of the Tank was inspired by the armored vehicles that proved essential during World War I. It is stunning that such an industrial inspiration led to such an elegant watch, which remains timeless 100 years later. Cartier offered many variations of the Tank model, and we have a soft spot for the Solo version with the subtile silver dial and flat case which gives to it an Art-Deco scent. Of course, you have the black Roman numerals, blued hands and cabochon sapphire that made the legend of Cartier.
THE DATA
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Tank Solo
- Reference: 2715
- Case N°: 281xxxPL
- Year: 2000s
- Material: Stainless steel
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 27,5x35x5,5mm
- Caliber: Cartier 690 Quartz
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 20mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in overall very good condition. The back of the case has still its original brushed finish and the watch comes with a new black leather strap with its original Cartier stainless steel folding clasp. The saphire crystal is flat at the level of the case just as it should be. It has a nice presence on the wrist an can be worn daily and for more formal occasions.
1970s Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Small - Mechanical Movement
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WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic and elegant watch design since its launch about 100 years ago. The example we have here has a mechanical winding movement, rare option in the 'Must de Cartier' line.
THE STORY
The design of the Tank was inspired by the armored vehicles that proved essential during World War I. It is stunning that such an industrial inspiration led to such an elegant watch, which remains timeless 100 years later. Cartier offered many variations of the Tank model, and we have a soft spot for this early 1970s Classical featuring a mint ivory dial, blued hands and the cabochon sapphire that made the legend of Cartier.
THE DATA
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Tank 'Must de Cartier'
- Reference: N/A
- Case N°: 3 1490xx
- Year: 1970s
- Material: Vermeil
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 20,5x28x7mm
- Caliber: Cartier mechanical hand wound
- Bracelet/Strap: Green aligator leather
- Lug width: 15mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in overall very good condition without scrathes or nicks. The watch comes with a new green aligator leather strap. The saphire crystal is 'bombé' just as it should be. It has a nice and elegantpresence on the wrist an can be worn daily and for more formal occasions.
1970s Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Large - Mechanical Movement
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WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic and elegant watch design since its launch about 100 years ago. The example we have here has a mechanical winding movement, rare option in the 'Must de Cartier' line.
THE STORY
The design of the Tank was inspired by the armored vehicles that proved essential during World War I. It is stunning that such an industrial inspiration led to such an elegant watch, which remains timeless 100 years later. Cartier offered many variations of the Tank model, and we have a soft spot for this early 1970s Classical featuring a mint ivory dial, blued hands and the cabochon sapphire that made the legend of Cartier.
THE DATA
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Tank 'Must de Cartier'
- Reference: N/A
- Case N°: 6 1904xx
- Year: 1970s
- Material: Vermeil
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 24x31x7mm
- Caliber: In house Cartier mechanical 78-1
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 17mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in overall very good condition without scrathes or nicks. The watch comes with a new black leather strap. The saphire crystal is 'bombé' just as it should be. It has a nice and elegant presence on the wrist an can be worn daily and for more formal occasions.
